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Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce

Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce is a vibrant, flavorful sauce that combines the fresh, herbaceous taste of cilantro with the spicy kick of jalapeños! This creamy sauce is perfect for adding a zesty burst of flavor to fries, tacos, meats, salads and more!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Latin American
Keyword: cilantro jalapeno sauce
Servings: 8
Calories: 81kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup low fat mayonnaise
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 1 jalapeño
  • juice of 1-2 limes
  • bunch of cilantro
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • For a milder heat, deseed the jalapeño and remove the white pith inside.
  • Add all ingredients into a food processor or blender.
  • Blend until smooth. Taste test for acid and salt. If it needs a little more tanginess, add some more lime. If it needs more salt, add a pinch more and blend. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.2mg