Best 8 Cilantro Dressing For Salads Recipes

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Cilantro dressing is a versatile condiment that can add a burst of flavor to any salad. Whether you are looking for a simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing, there are endless variations to choose from. With a few basic ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can make a delicious cilantro dressing that will take your salads to the next level. This article will provide you with a variety of recipes for cilantro dressing, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CILANTRO SALAD DRESSING



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This is my best take on the dressing that is used in the El Torito restaurants in southern California. Be sure to toss some roasted pepitas and crumbled Cotija or Manchengo cheese on top of your salad for the full effect!

Provided by Jim M

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups mayonnaise
¾ cup canola oil
⅓ cup toasted pumpkin seeds
¼ cup distilled water
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
2 roasted Anaheim chile peppers
2 cloves garlic, crushed
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 bunches fresh cilantro, rinsed and stemmed

Steps:

  • Blend mayonnaise, canola oil, pumpkin seeds, water, vinegar, Cotija cheese, roasted chile peppers, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth, about 1 minutes. Add cilantro in batches, blending each to incorporate completely before adding the next, 30 to 60 seconds per batch.
  • Pour dressing into an air-tight container and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 145.1 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CILANTRO-LIME DRESSING



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After having a delicious TGI Friday's grilled chicken salad, I was determined to figure out the cilantro-lime salad dressing served with it. This is what I came up with. Delicious for a quick summery dinner. Grilled boneless chicken breasts served over a hearty green salad, and this dressing, voila!

Provided by Lin

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Fruit Dressing Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic
¾ teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
¼ cup lime juice
⅓ cup honey
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ cup packed cilantro leaves
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the jalapeno pepper, garlic clove, and ginger into a food processor or blender; pulse until the jalapeno and garlic are finely chopped. Pour in the lime juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, and salt, add the cilantro leaves; pulse a few times to blend. Turn the food processor or blender on, and slowly drizzle in the olive oil until incorporated into the dressing. Season to taste with salt before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 73.6 mg, Sugar 6 g

CILANTRO DRESSING FOR SALADS



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This dressing is great on a fresh veggie salad, chicken salad, crisp green salad, taco salads or any tossed salad. Especially good on a salad that is accompanying a Mexican entree.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 32 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cilantro, packed
1 cup parsley, packed
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar (you can substitute either red wine or cider vinegar)
3/4 cup olive oil (I use lite)
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pinch sugar

Steps:

  • Using your steel knife in the food processor mix garlic and salt; process until it is a paste.
  • Add cilantro and parsley; process to a fine mince.
  • Add vinegar; process for 10 seconds.
  • Add oil in a slow steady stream with the processor on.
  • Add hot pepper sauce (to match your taste) and a pinch of sugar.
  • Chill the dressing for several hours in a glass jar; shake to combine before using.

CILANTRO SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Cilantro Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Roosie

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon sugar
3 drops hot pepper sauce
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in blender/food proccessor and process until smooth.
  • You could also chop a small amount of cilantro and put it in after your dressing has been blended for"chunks" of cilantro.
  • Store in the refrigerator.
  • This is one of those things that gets better as the flavors are allowed to blend, so you probably want to make ahead of time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 17.7, Sodium 516.8, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 7.3, Protein 2.7

CILANTRO SALAD DRESSING



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Use this zippy dressing over greens or hot or cold boiled potatoes. You'll love it! -Sara Laber, Shelburne, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield about 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
3 to 6 drops hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CILANTRO SALAD



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon freshly grated gingerroot
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups mixed greens
2 tomatoes diced
1 cup peeled and diced cucumber
1 cup sliced red onion
1/8 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup fresh picked cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk all the vinaigrette ingredients together in a small bowl. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • In a salad bowl, combine all the salad ingredients. Add a little bit of the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve the remaining vinaigrette on the side.

CILANTRO DRESSING



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An easy Cilantro Dressing recipe. This recipe yields enough dressing for both the seafood salad and the rice .

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Herb     No-Cook     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 2/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups (packed) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup olive oil
5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced seeded serrano chile

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in processor. Blend until almost smooth. Season dressing with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature; rewhisk before using.)

CREAMY CILANTRO DRESSING



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This creamy dressing with tofu and cilantro makes a smart choice for topping salads. "I whip it up in no time," Nancy Wherry promises from Chula Vista, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 green onions
3/4 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 ounces soft tofu, drained and crumbled (1-1/4 cups)
1/2 cup rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Thinly slice one green onion; set aside. Cut the other onion into pieces; place in a blender. Add the cilantro, garlic, honey, oil, soy sauce, red pepper flakes and salt; cover and process until blended. Add tofu and vinegar; cover and process until smooth. , Transfer to a small bowl; stir in the sliced onion. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a tangy dressing, use fresh lemon juice instead of vinegar.
  • To add a spicy kick, include a minced jalapeño or cayenne pepper.
  • For a creamy dressing, substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt for some of the olive oil.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, or thyme, for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried cilantro.
  • Store the dressing in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cilantro dressing is an easy-to-make, versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is flavorful, refreshing, and healthy. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can create a delicious dressing that will brighten up your salads and make them even more enjoyable. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing recipe, give cilantro dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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