Name: Cilantro Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 cups full-fat Greek yogurt; 3 cloves cloves garlic; 0.5 cup chopped cilantro; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons Lime Juice; 0.25 tsp salt

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Cilantro Garlic Sauce

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Ingredients

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Cilantro Garlic Sauce

1 ½ cups full-fat Greek yogurt

3 cloves cloves garlicor 6 roasted cloves

½ cup chopped cilantroyou can adjust the amount to your liking

4 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons Lime Juice

¼ tsp salt

Instructions

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Instructions

If using fresh garlic cloves, peel them and chop them finely. If using roasted garlic, simply remove the cloves from the skin and mash them with a fork.

In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and salt.

Blend the mixture until the ingredients are well combined and the cilantro is finely chopped.

Add the Greek yogurt to the blender and blend again until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed (you may want to add more salt or lime juice depending on your taste).

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Blanch Cilantro for Vibrant Color 🌿
Briefly blanch the cilantro in boiling water for 10 seconds, then shock in ice water to preserve its bright green color and prevent oxidation, resulting in a more visually appealing sauce.
Roast Garlic for Sweetness 🧄
Roast whole garlic cloves at 400°F for 15 minutes until golden and soft instead of using raw garlic to create a mellow, sweet flavor that won't overpower the delicate Greek yogurt base.
Temper Yogurt Before Mixing 🥛
Remove Greek yogurt from the refrigerator 15 minutes before combining and gradually whisk in acid (lime juice) to prevent curdling and achieve a silky, smooth consistency.
Infuse Oil with Garlic First 🫒
Gently warm olive oil with minced garlic over low heat for 2-3 minutes, then cool slightly before adding to the yogurt to develop deeper flavor without raw garlic harshness.
Make Ahead and Rest Overnight 🕐
Prepare the sauce 12-24 hours in advance and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and intensify, creating a more complex and balanced sauce than when served immediately.