Wheat 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 a blender in under a minute — no cooking required. The optional avocado addition takes it from a light, pourable drizzle to something thick and creamy that clings beautifully to tacos, grilled proteins, or roasted vegetables. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and gluten-containing grains, so there's no label-checking or substitution stress involved. It's a clean, whole-food sauce built entirely from produce, oil, and spices — exactly what you want when you're trying to keep things simple and safe. Make it as written for a vibrant green drizzle, or blend in that avocado half when you want something more indulgent and dip-worthy. Either way, a batch of this in the fridge will quietly upgrade your meals all week long.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!