Cilantro Mayonnaise South Beach Diet Recipe

This vibrant Cilantro-Lime Mayonnaise is a South Beach Diet staple, perfect for a quick and healthy boost to your meals! Whip up this zesty dressing in minutes – it's delicious as a dip for veggies, a dressing for salads, or a flavorful condiment for chicken, fish, or salmon. The creamy texture and fresh cilantro flavor make it an irresistible addition to lettuce wraps. Note: Use reduced-fat mayonnaise for optimal South Beach Diet compliance (fat-free mayo contains too much sugar).

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 820.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.4 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cilantro Mayonnaise South Beach Diet

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How to Make Cilantro Mayonnaise South Beach Diet

  1. Combine 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in a blender.
  2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired (add more lime juice for extra zing or salt/pepper to taste).
  4. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. This mayonnaise will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

98 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

60g

Carbs

8g