Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe

This Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe is simply delicious and has a nice balance of garlicky, herby, tangy and savory flavors that pairs well with a wide variety of dishes!

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How to Make Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

This Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce is truly a special gem! It consists of a nice blend of garlicky, herby, tangy and savory flavors lends well to a diverse range of dishes – like this Crispy Beef Tacos recipe! To make this recipe, you will need the key ingredients shared below.

Key Ingredients

Cilantro – added to provide a bright, fresh, and distinctly herbal flavor to the sauce.
Garlic – provides a pungent and savory flavor profile in the recipe.
Jalapeños – to provide a fresh and spicy kick to the creamy sauce base.
Mayonnaise – one of the key ingredients for the richness and a creamy base.
Sour Cream – adds rich, creamy, and tangy notes to the recipe.
Fresh Lime Juice – for added tanginess and bright flavor.
Cotija Cheese – provides a rich salty depth that balances the sauce tangy flavor.
Salt – for added savory flavor and balance.
Black Pepper – to provide a warming and slightly spicy flavor to the recipe.

(See recipe card below for the ingredients measurements.)

Preparation

In a food processor, add the cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño peppers. Blend on high until mixture is finely minced.
Next, add in the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, lime juice, salt and black pepper.
Blend on high to combine.
Use sauce right away or transfer into an air tight container and store in the fridge. Sauce will stay fresh for up to 1 week stored in the fridge.

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Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe

This Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe is simply delicious and has a nice balance of garlicky, herby, tangy and savory flavors that pairs well with a wide variety of dishes!

Prep Time10

Ingredients

1 bunch of cilantro, stems removed
2 large jalapeños, halved and de-seeded
4-6 garlic cloves
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
Juice (1) Lime, about 2 tablespoons
2 tablespoons cotija cheese, may substitute with parmesan cheese
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a food processor, add the cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño peppers. Blend on high until mixture is finely minced.
Next, add in the mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, lime juice, salt and black pepper. Blend on high to combine.
Use sauce right away or transfer into an air tight container and store in the fridge. Sauce will stay fresh for up to 1 week stored in the fridge. Enjoy!