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Creamy Cilantro, Jalapeño, and Garlic Green Sauce Recipe

Creamy Cilantro, Jalapeño, and Garlic Green Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Alvarez
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Food Processor
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Creamy Cilantro, Jalapeño, and Garlic Green Sauce is a zesty and flavorful condiment that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, tacos, or as a dipping sauce. The combination of fresh cilantro, spicy jalapeño, and zesty lime creates a vibrant and creamy sauce that will elevate any dish.


Ingredients

Units Scale

Jalapeño:

  • 1 jalapeño

Garlic:

  • 2 cloves garlic

Cilantro:

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Mayonnaise:

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise (I like Duke’s)

Lime Juice:

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients: Stem, halve, and seed the jalapeño.
  2. Add the jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, mayonnaise, and lime juice to the bowl of a food processor.

    Process: Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.



Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 8mg