Barley Free Cilantro Lime Sauce
Bright, herby, and just the right amount of spicy, this cilantro lime sauce is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste better. Fresh cilantro, zingy lime juice, a kick of jalapeño, and a drizzle of olive oil all come together in the blender in under a minute — no cooking required. The optional avocado addition takes it from a light, pourable drizzle to a thick and creamy situation that clings beautifully to tacos, grain bowls, grilled proteins, or roasted vegetables. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of barley and any grain-based thickeners, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. It's a completely whole-food sauce built from produce and pantry staples you likely already have on hand. The cumin adds a warm, earthy undertone that rounds out the citrus and heat without overpowering the fresh green flavor. 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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