Mediterranean Diet Friendly Cilantro Lime Green Sauce
Fresh herbs, bright citrus, and a generous pour of extra-virgin olive oil — this vibrant green sauce checks every box for plant-forward, wholesome eating. The combination of cilantro, flat-leaf parsley, garlic, and lime juice delivers a punch of antioxidants and bold flavor without a drop of anything processed or refined. A touch of jalapeño adds gentle heat, while ground cumin rounds everything out with a warm, earthy depth that keeps you coming back for another spoonful. Olive oil is the backbone here, lending that silky, pourable texture that makes this sauce feel luxurious while staying completely in line with the principles of Mediterranean-style cooking. The whole thing comes together in under a minute of blending, making it one of the easiest ways to elevate grilled fish, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or even a simple piece of crusty bread. Store it in a jar in the fridge and you've got a ready-made flavor boost for the next few days — no preservatives, no mystery ingredients, just real food doing exactly what it's supposed to do.
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6 servings
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed for mild heat or kept for more
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp water
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, garlic, olive oil, water, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Add the parsley, if using.
- 2
Blend on high until the sauce is smooth and uniformly green, about 30–45 seconds, scraping down the sides once halfway through.
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