Creamy Cilantro Garlic Sauce: A Zesty Delight with Jalapeños & Limes
Experience the vibrant flavors of creamy cilantro garlic sauce enhanced with the spiciness of jalapeños and the freshness of limes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a blender, combine cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
- Add sour cream, salt, and pepper. Blend until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This sauce pairs well with grilled meats and tacos.
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg