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I’m all about making homemade sauces. This creamy avocado cilantro sauce instantly elevates any dish it’s paired with. Made with fresh veggies, herbs, and Greek yogurt, this sauce is versatile and pairs perfectly with salads, wraps, sandwiches, your favorite rice bowls, and even tacos. Its delightful flavor complements a variety of dishes.
Ingredients to make Avocado Cilantro Sauce
- Avocado: adds the perfect amount of creaminess.
- Garlic: just a few.
- Cilantro: a handful. Stems included. That’s where a lot of flavor is.
- Jalapeno: deseeded if you don’t want it spicy.
- Green Onions: optional but i love adding this.
- Olive Oil
- Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
- Seasonings: salt & pepper
- Water: used to thin out the sauce.
- Lime Juice: adds brightness and helps balance the sauce.
How to make this Avocado Cilantro Sauce?
This sauce is super simple to make. Add ingredients to a blender and pulse until smooth. Slowly add in oil or water to thin out the sauce.
What does Avocado Cilantro Sauce Taste Like?
It boasts the perfect blend of garlic and cilantro, with the added creaminess from avocado and yogurt, it creates the most perfect sauce. Creamy and flavorful.
Can I use it as a dressing?
The components of a good dressing are salt, fat and acid. This creamy avocado cilantro sauce ticks all the boxes and can serve as the perfect salad dressing. Adjust the thickness to your preference by keeping it as is or thinning it out with a bit more oil or water.
How To Store?
I recommend storing it in an airtight container, such as a mason jar, to maintain ultimate freshness.
More delicious recipes to try
Spicy Thai Basil Fried Rice
Easy 20-minute Chili Garlic Ramen
Air Fried Hennessy Wings
Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich
If you try my Creamy Avocado Sauce, please be sure to leave a comment, and or tag me on Instagram @cookwithci. I would love to see your recreations and hear your thoughts.
Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 avocado
- 1 sprig green onion
- 1/2 bunch cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic
- salt + pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 chicken bouillon optional
- water use to thin
- 1 lime juice
- 1 jalapeno de-seeded. seeded if you want spicy.
Instructions
- Add ingredients to a blender and pulse until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Did you make it?
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