Description
This creamy garlic lime cilantro sauce with jalapeños is a vibrant and flavorful condiment perfect for enhancing tacos, grilled chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, or salads. With a blend of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, spicy jalapeños, and a creamy base of sour cream and mayonnaise, this sauce delivers a refreshing tang and subtle heat. Easily adjustable for heat level and dairy-free diets, it’s a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, loosely packed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 to 2 jalapeños, seeded for less heat
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 to 3 tablespoons water, to thin as needed
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, jalapeños, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and black pepper to a food processor or blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the mixture until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Adjust Consistency: Add water one tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency, making it easier to drizzle or dollop.
- Season to Taste: Taste the sauce and adjust salt or lime juice as needed to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the sauce to a jar or serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Perfect for tacos, grilled chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, or as a salad dressing.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute vegan mayonnaise and dairy-free sour cream.
- Control heat level by leaving jalapeño seeds intact for more spice or removing them for a milder sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
