Make this cilantro lime sauce recipe easily and with just a few ingredients. It is the perfect complement to shrimp tacos or when used as a delicious dressing on your favorite leafy salad!
8 oz sour cream2 limes1/2 c cilantro leaves2 cloves garlic1/4 c green onionssalt/pepper
WHAT IS CILANTRO LIME SAUCE?Cilantro lime sauce can also be referred to as a creamy cilantro lime dressing recipe. It is made with cilantro, sour cream, garlic and lime juice. It is most commonly added to tacos, but makes a delicious addition to many Mexican flavors such as burritos, enchiladas or taco salad.
STEP 1
In a food processor or blender, combine the sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, green onions, salt and pepper.
STEP 2Process/puree until creamy. Pour into a container, cover and chill until ready to serve.
To spice things up, add red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, jalapenos, hot sauce or diced green chiles to the mixture before pureeing.
RECIPE NOTE
RECIPE NOTE
Add a few tablespoons of olive oil for added flavor.
Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days in the fridge.