Cilantro Garlic Sauce
A vibrant, no-cook sauce that combines fresh cilantro, garlic, lime juice, jalapeño, and olive oil for a quick, flavorful addition to various dishes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups packed fresh cilantro leaves Stems removed or included if tender
- 2-3 cloves garlic More if you love garlic
- 1 lime Juice of 1 lime About 2 tablespoons
- 1 jalapeño Seeded for milder heat or left whole for more kick
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Adjust for desired thickness
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and prep: wash cilantro, peel garlic, and halve the jalapeño if needed.
- Add to blender: place cilantro, garlic, lime juice, jalapeño, and a pinch of salt into the blender.
- Blend: pulse to chop, then blend while slowly streaming in olive oil until smooth and emulsified.
- Taste and adjust: add more salt, a squeeze of lime, or another pinch of jalapeño if you want more heat.
- Serve or store: use right away or chill.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, stir in 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or replace some oil with avocado. Refrigerate for up to 1 week; freeze in ice cube trays for up to 3 months.