This cilantro-packed blend is creamy, zesty, and just a little sassy—like that friend who always insists on extra lime and knows where to find the best tacos. Packed with fresh herbs, tangy citrus, and healthy fats from Greek yogurt, avocado, and olive oil, it’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Use it as a dressing, dip, or drizzle—it’s basically your new secret sauce.
What You’ll Need:
- 1 cup fresh cilantro (loosely packed, stems OK)
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (or more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for balance)
- 1–2 tablespoons water or unsweetened nut milk (to thin)
- Pinch of sea salt
How To Make It:
- Blend it up: Add everything to a blender or mini food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and tweak: Add more lime, salt, or water/milk to reach your desired brightness and texture.
- Pour & store: Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for up to 4–5 days.
Tips & Serving Ideas:
- Double creaminess: The combo of yogurt and avocado makes this rich, smooth, and satisfying.
- Dairy-free option: Swap in extra avocado to skip the yogurt.
- Make it spicy: Jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne adds extra zing.
- Citrus swap: Lemon juice works in place of lime if needed.
- Protein-friendly: Drizzle over grilled chicken, fish, shrimp, tofu, or even steak.
- Power bowl ready: Spoon over quinoa, beans, chopped greens, and your favorite toppings.
- Storage tip: Keep in a glass jar and shake before using for the freshest flavor.
This dressing is herbaceous, tangy, and lusciously creamy—with a bonus boost of healthy fats. It turns anything you eat into something worth savoring. 🌿✨
