Cilantro Cream Sauce Recipe

Elevate your Mexican-inspired dishes with this vibrant Cilantro Cream Sauce! Bursting with fresh cilantro flavor, this creamy sauce is the perfect complement to cheesy chicken jack, burritos, fajitas, and more. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a quick and easy way to add a zesty, delicious touch to your favorite meals. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 455.8 kcal
Protein 22g
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Ingredients for Cilantro Cream Sauce

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How to Make Cilantro Cream Sauce

  1. Combine 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/4 cup salsa in a food processor or blender.
  2. Add 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon celery salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, and the juice of 1 lime.
  3. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

128g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cilantro Cream Sauce?

Cilantro Cream Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cilantro Cream Sauce?

Cilantro Cream Sauce has approximately 455.8 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 63 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cilantro Cream Sauce?

The key ingredients for Cilantro Cream Sauce are Cream Cheese, Sour Cream, Salsa Verde, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Celery Salt, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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