Cilantro salad, a refreshing and flavorful dish, is a popular choice for those seeking a light and healthy meal. Made with fresh cilantro, a herb known for its vibrant aroma and citrusy flavor, this salad is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a main course, a cilantro salad can be tailored to your preferences with various additional ingredients and dressings.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY CILANTRO SALAD DRESSING
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
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 TOMATO CORN SALAD
Very quick and tasty sidedish that can be altered to taste, almost every ingredient except the corn is optional. Very pretty side dish also. I've made this for many different people and haven't had one complaint yet. It's especially good if you just don't have the time to cook but don't want junk food.
Provided by Ds R.
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel back corn husks, but leave them attached at the bottom. Remove the silks, and fold husks back up over the corn. Place on a dinner plate, and cook in the microwave for 5 minutes on High power, turning corn once half way through. Cool until cool enough to touch, then slice corn kernels from the cob and place them in a serving bowl.
- Stir butter into the corn along with the tomatoes, jalapeno, red onion, garlic and cilantro. Season with salt, pepper, and seasoning blend. Mix well, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary. Some people like the salad warm, but I prefer to chill it a little before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 97.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
DELICIOUS CILANTRO CHICKEN SALAD
This delicious and tasty chicken salad is seasoned with fresh chopped cilantro, lime juice, and poultry seasoning.
Provided by matchin
Categories Salad
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add chicken. Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Cook until chicken is no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer cooked chicken to a large mixing bowl.
- Add celery, red onion, and almonds to the bowl with the chicken. Toss in mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and cilantro. Season with additional salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add additional mayonnaise if salad seems too dry.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 53.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
THAI SALAD WITH CILANTRO LIME DRESSING
I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well at family gatherings and potlucks year-round. We love the spice of the Thai chile, but if your family isn't into spice, feel free to leave it out. It will still be delicious! —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 22 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Finely grate enough zest from limes to measure 1 tablespoon. Cut limes crosswise in half; squeeze juice from limes. Place zest and juice in a blender; add cilantro, sugar, red chile pepper, garlic, salt and pepper. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., In a large bowl, combine cabbages, cucumber, edamame, avocados, carrots and green onions. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 23g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE
A light & refreshing summer salad - takes a little time to get everything chopped, but it's definitely worth it in the end.
Provided by accidental glutton
Categories Black Beans
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients, except avocados, in a large bowl and mix well. Toss with desired amount of dressing.
- Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight. Right before serving, add avocados and mix gently, being careful not to mash avocados.
- Serve at room temperature.
CRANBERRY AND CILANTRO QUINOA SALAD
I got this recipe from the restaurant my dad built. I love the unique way of cooking the quinoa and the great combinations of the flavors.
Provided by Alison
Categories Salad Grains Quinoa Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour the water into a saucepan, and cover with a lid. Bring to a boil over high heat, then pour in the quinoa, recover, and continue to simmer over low heat until the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Scrape into a mixing bowl, and chill in the refrigerator until cold.
- Once cold, stir in the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, curry powder, cilantro, lime juice, sliced almonds, carrots, and cranberries. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 13.1 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH MANGO, CILANTRO AND LIME
Provided by Kelsey Nixon
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the vinegar, lime juice, honey and cumin. Slowly whisk in the oil until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix the mango, pepper, beans, jalapeno and onion together in a large bowl. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the ingredients and toss to combine. Season the salad with salt and pepper. Garnish with the cilantro.
CORN, ROASTED RED PEPPER AND CILANTRO SALAD
This festive summer salad, filled with vibrant flavors, gets bonus points for using up leftover corn on the cob. We suggest using grilled or roasted corn but steamed or boiled works, too.
Provided by Jennifer Perillo
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For the dressing: Add the oil, vinegar, honey and lime juice to a deep bowl. Whisk to combine.
- For the salad: Add the corn, peppers, shallot and cilantro to the bowl. Stir with a spoon until well mixed. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving so the flavors can marinate. May be made up to 1 day in advance and stored in a covered container in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Make it a Meal: Add some grilled shrimp to this salad for a quick and easy one-bowl meal ready in just about 10 minutes.
NORDSTROM LIME AND CHICKEN CILANTRO SALAD DRESSING
Toss this dressing with baby greens, corn, chicken breasts, plum tomatoes, jack cheese, roasted red pepper and toasted pumpkin seeds.
Provided by kelleha
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 bottle dressing, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Chipotle chilies should be in adobe sauce and can be found in the Mexican section of your store.
- -Chop Cilantro and set aside.
- - Mince garlic and set aside.
- - Puree Chipotle chilies in food processor.
- - Add all ingredients except oil and cilantro to processor and blend.
- - Slowly add stream of oil to form emulsion.
- - Add cilantro to processor and pulse to combine.
- Toss this dressing with baby greens, corn, chicken breasts, plum tomatoes, jack cheese, roasted red pepper and toasted pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 146.6, Carbohydrate 2.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 0.1
CILANTRO COUSCOUS SALAD
Since this serves 12, I always make it for potlucks, and this salad is always appreciated. My 11 year old daughter liked it so much we served it at her birthday tea party.-Cindy Gifford, Cedar City, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare couscous according to package directions; let cool to room temperature. , In a large serving bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro and couscous. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice and garlic. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Add cheese and toss gently to combine. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CILANTRO SALAD DRESSING
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
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.
SWEET CORN AND TOMATO SALAD WITH FRESH CILANTRO
Categories Salad Onion Tomato Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Graduation Corn Summer Vegan Cilantro Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook corn in large pot with boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain; cool to room temperature. Cut corn kernels from cobs. Transfer corn to large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; toss to blend. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature, tossing occasionally.)
RADISH, CARROT & CILANTRO SALAD
Bright carrots and radishes pop in this citrusy salad. My husband likes it with anything from the grill. I like to pile it on tacos. -Christina Baldwin, Covington, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine radishes, carrots, onions and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CILANTRO LIME CUCUMBER SALAD
This refreshing cucumber salad, made with lime juice and cilantro, is quick and easy to make and is great alongside steak or tacos.
Provided by Alli Shircliff
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, sambal oelek, red pepper flakes and salt together in a bowl until evenly combined; allow to sit until flavors blend, at least 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 104.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
FRESH MINT AND CILANTRO MELON SALAD
All the fresh greens of the herbs and melon of this easy side dish are refreshing to both the eye and the palate! The melon can be chopped bite-sized to be a salad or side, or smaller to be used as a relish or condiment. This dish is also great for a change of pace on the brunch buffet! This works well also with Crenshaw melon.
Provided by Menealeous' Daughter
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the honeydew, lime juice, cilantro, mint, and sugar in a bowl; toss to combine; refrigerate at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 13.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
CORN AND TOMATO SALAD WITH CILANTRO DRESSING
Steps:
- Just before serving, pour dressing over corn mixture and toss.
CILANTRO-AVOCADO TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES
Lime juice and cilantro in tuna salad - who knew? This recipe for avocado tuna salad came to me as a way to have a protein-packed meal with lots of pizzazz. -Heather Waldorf, Black Mountain, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Spread tuna mixture over 4 slices of bread; top with cheese, avocado and remaining bread. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 30g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
CORN AND SCALLION SALAD WITH CILANTRO-MINT DRESSING
"Farmer's cheese has a nice creamy flavor. If you can't find it, sub in feta or ricotta salata," says Bobby.
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Combine the mint, cilantro, vinegar, 1 teaspoon of the honey, and salt and pepper to taste in a blender. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and blend until emulsified. Taste and add more honey, salt and pepper as desired. Set aside.
- Heat a grill to medium high.
- Brush the corn with some canola oil, then season with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, until lightly charred on all sides and tender, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Let cool slightly, then cut the corn kernels from the cobs and place them in a large bowl.
- Add the scallions to the bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add some of the dressing and toss to coat. Transfer to a platter; top with the cheese, mint and another drizzle of the dressing. Serve immediately.
CORIANDER CRUSTED GRILLED SEA SCALLOPS WITH CHICKPEA SALAD, RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE AND CILANTRO OIL
Steps:
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Combine the ground coriander, cumin and salt in a medium bowl. Brush the scallops with olive oil and dredge on one side only. Grill scallops, spice side down for 2 minutes or until golden brown, turn over and continue grilling for 1 to 2 minutes until just cooked through. Place chickpea salad in the center of the plate, top with 4 scallops per person. Pour vinaigrette around the plate and drizzle with cilantro oil. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Heat juice of peppers with honey, saffron, onion, and vinegar until reduced by half or to a thickened consistency. Place in a blender and slowly add the oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in a squeeze bottle
- Blend all ingredients in a blender for about 4 to 5 minutes or, until smooth. Place in a strainer lined with cheesecloth, set over a medium bowl and let the oil slowly drip, do not push through. Place oil in a squeeze bottle.
TANGY CILANTRO LIME CONFETTI SALAD
I love standout salads that burst with flavor-the kind that make you feel as if you're splurging without having to eat that piece of chocolate cake. This is one of my very favorites, and everyone I serve it to loves it as well. -Jasey McBurnett, Rock Springs, Wyoming
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Place dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until creamy and light in color. Pour over vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- Choose fresh cilantro: The fresher the cilantro, the better the salad will taste. Look for cilantro with bright green leaves and no signs of wilting.
- Wash the cilantro thoroughly: Cilantro can harbor dirt and bacteria, so it's important to wash it thoroughly before using it. Rinse the cilantro under cold water for several seconds, making sure to separate the leaves from the stems.
- Dry the cilantro thoroughly: After washing the cilantro, it's important to dry it thoroughly. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Use a variety of ingredients: Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients in your cilantro salad. Some popular additions include tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, bell peppers, and avocado.
- Dress the salad lightly: Cilantro salad is best when it's dressed lightly. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good choice.
- Serve the salad chilled: Cilantro salad is best served chilled. This will help to keep the flavors fresh and crisp.
Conclusion:
Cilantro salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and crunchy texture, cilantro salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give cilantro salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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