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Jar of creamy cilantro-lime dressing with fresh cilantro in front

Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing

A delicious cilantro dressing made with creamy avocado! Easy to customize, and a great pairing with southwestern-style salads.
AuthorKaitlin - The Garden Grazer
Prep Time:10 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
CourseDressing
CuisineGluten-Free, Oil-Free Option, Vegan
Servings4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup loosely packed cilantro (stems removed and roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 avocado (or 1/2 cup plain vegan yogurt)
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice (about 1 lime or more to taste)
  • 1-2 garlic cloves
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil (can omit or replace with water as needed)
  • 1 1/2 tsp. white wine vinegar
  • 1/8 tsp. salt

Optional (but recommended):

  • Agave to sweeten, ground cumin to taste

Instructions

  • Puree all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Notes

Yield: Recipe makes about 3/4 cup dressing.
Make it spicy: Add cayenne pepper or jalapeño to taste.
Sweetness: Add a little agave (or other sweetener) to help balance the flavors.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Calories: 137 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10 g | Potassium: 155 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 310 IU | Vitamin C: 6 mg | Calcium: 8 mg | Iron: 1 mg