Creamy Cilantro Garlic Sauce: Easy Recipe with Jalapeños & Limes
This creamy cilantro garlic sauce is packed with flavor and perfect for adding a spicy kick to your dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 jalapeños, deseeded and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This sauce can be used as a dip or a dressing.
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg