CILANTRO-CUMIN DIP

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Use this bright green, earthy mix as a dip for crudités or a dressing for heartier salad greens like radicchio, spinach, arugula, thinly sliced fennel, or a combination. It's also terrific as a dressing, drizzled on a simple roasted or grilled chicken, meats or fish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dips and spreads

Time 20m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup neutral oil, such as grapeseed or safflower
5 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 1/2 cups fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar (see Note) or additional rice vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Pinch cayenne
Fine sea salt, to taste
Sugar or other sweetener, to taste (see Note)

Steps:

  • Pour oil into a small saucepan and add cumin seeds. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and simmer very gently for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • Put cilantro, vinegars, mustard and cayenne in the bowl of a food processor or in a blender and pulse to combine. With the motor running, drizzle in the cooled cumin oil and seeds until the mixture is emulsified and the color lightens.
  • Taste and add salt and sugar as needed. Pulse once more and transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 221, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 184 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Buhle Mkhize
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I made this dip for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals.


Muhammad Shahidzafar
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This dip is the perfect blend of creamy and spicy. I love it!


Teresa Claxton
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes. This dip is definitely a keeper.


Des Govender
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's healthy too.


Harmony Mattah
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer or snack.


Agnes Rogers
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This dip is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. They'll love the creamy texture and the zesty flavor.


Jolene Lynthycum
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I'm not a huge fan of yogurt, but I loved this dip. The cilantro and cumin really balanced out the yogurt flavor.


Ranik Sarkar
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's still just as good.


Phionah Namatovu
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I love the combination of cilantro and cumin in this dip. It's so unique and delicious.


Dama
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This dip is so creamy and flavorful. It's the perfect addition to any party platter.


Jonathan Rice
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I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


V haleya
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This dip is a great way to use up leftover cilantro. I always have a bunch of cilantro in my fridge, so this is a perfect recipe for me.


Almasi Erik (TKKHSSP)
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I added a bit of chopped jalapeño to my dip for a little extra spice. It was delicious!


Amir iqbal Faridi
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with pita chips or veggies.


Kat Pruden
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I'm not usually a fan of cilantro, but this dip changed my mind. The cumin and yogurt balanced out the cilantro perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


Edlyn Cupido
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This cilantro cumin dip was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the zesty blend of spices. I'll definitely be making it again.