Creamy Garlic Lime Cilantro Sauce Recipe
This creamy garlic lime cilantro sauce is a versatile and zesty condiment made with fresh cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, garlic, and mayonnaise. Perfect for drizzling on tacos, salads, grilled meats, or as a flavorful dip, it combines bright citrus notes with a spicy kick and rich creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 bunch Cilantro (stems and all)
- 1–2 Limes (juiced)
- 1–2 Jalapeño peppers (stem removed)
- 5–10 cloves Garlic
- 2 cups Mayonnaise (Hellman’s or Duke’s preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather one bunch of fresh cilantro including the stems, juice one to two limes, remove stems from one to two jalapeños, peel five to ten garlic cloves, and measure two cups of mayonnaise.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the cilantro, lime juice, jalapeños, garlic cloves, and mayonnaise to a high-speed blender. Blend all ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Store and Serve: Pour the sauce into a squeeze bottle or airtight container. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. This sauce pairs well with tacos, grilled proteins, salads, and as a dipping sauce for various dishes.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control the spice level.
- The sauce keeps well refrigerated for up to one week.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best bright citrus flavor.
- Mayonnaise provides creaminess; for a lighter version, substitute with Greek yogurt.
- Can be made ahead of time for convenience.
Keywords: Creamy cilantro sauce, garlic lime sauce, jalapeño cilantro sauce, Mexican sauce, creamy dip, taco topping
