Zesty Cilantro Aioli
Elevate your meals with this quick and easy homemade cilantro aioli. This creamy and zesty sauce is perfect for drizzling over tacos, spreading on sandwiches, or serving as a dip for fresh veggies and chips. Made with fresh cilantro, garlic, and olive oil, this aioli is preservative-free and packed with flavor. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet dinner, this versatile condiment will impress your guests and enhance any dish. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can whip up this delightful aioli that suits various culinary creations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 egg yolks
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- 1 cup olive oil
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ⅛ teaspoon salt (more to taste)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the egg yolks, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until well mixed.
- While the food processor runs, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream to emulsify the mixture until thickened.
- Add the chopped cilantro and ground cumin; mix until fully combined. Adjust salt to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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