Cilantro Lime Dip

Cilantro Lime Dip

A tangy, herb-flecked dip that comes together in minutes with fresh lime juice.

Total 30 min Makes 16 oz Calories 110/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

This creamy dip blends fresh cilantro, lime juice, and garlic into a tangy base that pairs well with tortilla chips, grilled meats, or crisp vegetables. It comes together quickly with a food processor and improves after a short chill as the flavors meld. Serve it as a party appetizer or a bright topping for tacos and grain bowls.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño, seeded and chopped

Method

  1. Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and jalapeño in a food processor.

  2. Pulse the mixture 15 to 20 times, scraping down the sides as needed, until the cilantro is finely chopped and the dip is smooth and pale green.

  3. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, lime juice, or cayenne as desired.

  4. Transfer the dip to a covered container and chill in the refrigerator until flavors meld.

  5. Stir the dip and serve chilled with tortilla chips, vegetables, or grilled meats.

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Cilantro Lime Dip

This creamy dip blends fresh cilantro, lime juice, and garlic into a tangy base that pairs well with tortilla chips, grilled meats, or crisp vegetables. It comes together quickly with a food processor and improves after a short chill as the flavors meld. Serve it as a party appetizer or a bright topping for tacos and grain bowls.

30 min 16 oz 110 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño, seeded and chopped

Method

  1. 1

    Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and jalapeño in a food processor.

  2. 2

    Pulse the mixture 15 to 20 times, scraping down the sides as needed, until the cilantro is finely chopped and the dip is smooth and pale green.

  3. 3

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, lime juice, or cayenne as desired.

  4. 4

    Transfer the dip to a covered container and chill in the refrigerator until flavors meld.

  5. 5

    Stir the dip and serve chilled with tortilla chips, vegetables, or grilled meats.