Almond Free Cilantro Lime Sauce
Bright, herby, and just a little bit spicy, this cilantro lime sauce is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste better. The jalapeño brings a gentle kick while the lime juice keeps things fresh and lively, and the cumin adds a subtle earthy warmth that ties it all together. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, store-bought green sauces and dressings can be a minefield — many sneak in almond-based thickeners or are processed on shared equipment. This one is completely straightforward: real ingredients, a blender, and about a minute of your time. The optional avocado is a brilliant move if you want something thicker and creamier, turning a simple drizzle into a sauce that clings beautifully to tacos, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables. It's endlessly versatile and easy to tweak — a little more lime if you want extra brightness, a splash more water if you need it pourable. Make a batch on Sunday and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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8 servings
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp water
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- ½ ripe avocado, pitted and scooped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cilantro, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, olive oil, water, cumin, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor.
- 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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