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Homemade creamy cilantro sauce in a white bowl.

Easy 5-Minute Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

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  • Author: Elaine Gordon
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This easy 5-minute creamy cilantro lime sauce recipe brightens up any dish with its vibrant color. Use it as a sauce, salad dressing, marinade, or even as a stand-alone dip!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup raw unsalted cashews, soaked
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
  • 1 large clove of garlic
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 green chili, stem and seeds removed (~ 2/3 cup chopped) or 1-inch of jalapeño to make it spicy (see notes)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Blend all ingredients except the cilantro. Blend until perfectly smooth. If a thinner consistency is desired, add additional water or blend ¼ cup of crushed ice (instead of the added water).
  2. Add the cilantro to the blender. Pulse a couple times to incorporate the cilantro so no whole leaves remain (or blend fully if desired).

Equipment

Notes

This sauce can be served immediately but is best served cold. If serving immediately, blending 1/4 cup of crushed ice will cool it down instantly. If not serving immediately, refrigerate overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

For the best flavor, briefly saute the New Mexico green chile on the stovetop in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of avocado oil and a pinch of salt until fork tender. 

  • Prep Time: 4
  • Cook Time: 1
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blender

Find it online: https://www.eatingbyelaine.com/creamy-cilantro-lime-sauce-in-5-minutes-vegan/