Name: Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 cup cilantro (packed); 3 cloves garlic; 1/2 lime (juiced); 1/2 tbsp cumin; salt (to taste); 2-4 tbsp water (adjust based on desired consistency)

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This Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce is the kind of recipe that instantly upgrades just about anything you drizzle it on. It’s bright, zesty, and packed with fresh cilantro, balanced with garlic, cumin, and tangy lime for a bold, flavorful finish.

It’s made with a simple Greek yogurt base and comes together in just 5 minutes, but truly tastes like something you’d order from your favorite restaurant. It’s creamy, protein-rich, and the perfect way to add freshness and depth to tacos, rice bowls, and so much more.

Once you try it, you’ll want to keep a jar of it in your fridge at all times. Trust me, it really is that tasty (and versatile!).

Why you’ll love this recipe

Features a zesty flavor with bright lime and fresh cilantro
Made with a high-protein yogurt base for a satisfying, wholesome sauce
Quick and easy — ready in just 5 minutes with a blender
Versatile drizzle for tacos, bowls, wraps, and grilled veggies
Bold garlic-cumin depth that can upgrade almost any meal

What you’ll need

Plain Greek yogurt – Forms the creamy, protein-rich base that gives the sauce body and tang
Cilantro – Provides fresh, herby flavor and vibrant green color
Garlic – Delivers sharp, savory depth to balance the creaminess
Lime juice – Adds freshness and zing
Cumin – Warm, earthy spice that gives the sauce its signature flavor

Recipe tips

Add water gradually so you can control the consistency and keep it creamy yet drizzleable.

Let the sauce sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to fully combine.

Taste and adjust the lime juice and salt at the end to balance the acidity and seasoning.

How to make this recipe

Combine ingredients: Add all ingredients to a blender, adding more water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Blend: Pulse until smooth, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

FAQ

Yes, you can easily swap the Greek yogurt for a plant-based alternative, such as coconut, soy, almond, or cashew yogurt.

It will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 4-5 days.

It’s great on tacos, rice bowls, grilled veggies, roasted potatoes, or even as a dip!

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Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

A creamy, zesty cilantro lime yogurt sauce with garlic and cumin, perfect for drizzling over tacos, bowls, and grilled dishes.

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings 6

Ingredients

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup cilantro packed
3 cloves garlic
1/2 lime juiced
1/2 tbsp cumin
salt to taste
2-4 tbsp water adjust based on desired consistency

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a blender, adding more water as needed to reach your desired consistency. Blend until smooth, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.