Description
A creamy, zesty Cilantro Jalapeño Dip bursting with fresh herbs, tangy lime, and just the right amount of spice — perfect for chips, tacos, or drizzling over grilled vegetables.
Ingredients
- Fresh Cilantro: 1 packed cup, washed and roughly chopped
- Jalapeños: 2 medium, seeds removed for mild heat or left in for extra spice
- Greek Yogurt: 1 cup
- Mayonnaise: ¼ cup
- Lime Juice: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic Clove: 1 small
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Water: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Make sure your blender or food processor is ready to use.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cilantro, jalapeños, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic, and salt to the blender.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour in olive oil and water to help with blending.
- Assemble the Dish: Blend until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides.
- Cook to Perfection: Since this is a no-cook recipe, just blend until your desired texture is reached.
- Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning or lime juice as needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill briefly before serving and garnish with cilantro or sliced jalapeños.
Notes
- Note: Chill for 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Blend longer for an ultra-smooth texture.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity for your preferred heat level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg