If you’re looking for a quick, easy and healthy sauce that’s bursting with fresh flavor, then give my creamy cilantro lime sauce a go.
Using a cashew base to achieve the creamy texture, fresh cilantro and lime juice help elevate the flavor profile of this sauce so it’s off the radar!
Best of all, it can be made in under two minutes in a high-speed blender and keeps for days in the fridge.
Why some people hate cilantro…
Did you know that there are actually people that hate cilantro? Apparently, it’s one of the most polarizing herbs on the planet. But if you know someone that hates it, their lack of good taste (ha ha!) might not be at fault.
In a genetic survey of nearly 30,000 people , researchers at Cornell University discovered that the OR6A2 gene is to blame for those that hate cilantro.
This gene “codes for the receptor that picks up the scent of aldehyde chemicals” – which are the very same chemicals that can be found in cilantro and soap, which is why many people who hate cilantro say it tastes soapy.
So, while we’ve clearly established that this sauce is not for the cilantro haters, it is for YOU if:
You like big, bold, fresh flavors
You enjoy Mexican-inspired cuisine
You like creamy sauces that are also healthy
This sauce goes great with anything but I created it especially for my Black Bean and Corn Salad bowl (recipe coming soon!).
You could try spooning it on baked potatoes, nachos, buddha bowls or using it in place of sour cream and placing a good dollop in your bowl of soup. Basically, use this sauce wherever you could use a powerful cilantro flavor hit!
Want more sauce recipes? You got it!
- Vegan Creamy Greek Dressing
- Tahini Lime Sauce
- Stir-Fry Sauce for Vegetables
- Cashew Cream Sauce
- Easy 5 Ingredient Tomato Basil Sauce
Remember, if you give this creamy cilantro lime sauce a try, please come back and leave me a comment to let me know what you thought of it (and what you used it on!).
You can also tag us @One_Bite_Vegan on Instagram to show off your own culinary creations – we love to see what you’ve got cooking in the kitchen.
Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ⅔ cup water
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tsp taco seasoning store bought or use our recipe by clicking on the link
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 cups fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients except cilantro in a high-speed and blend on high for about 2
minutes or until completely smooth. - Add the cilantro and blend for 20 seconds.
- Use immediately or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
