Cilantro-Yogurt Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
16%
Cilantro-Yogurt Sauce
10 min.
6
41kcal

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Looking to elevate your meals with a burst of fresh flavor? Look no further than this delightful Cilantro-Yogurt Sauce! Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this sauce is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 10 minutes—but also a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. With only 41 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free way to enhance your morning meals, brunches, or breakfasts.

The vibrant combination of chopped fresh cilantro and mint brings a refreshing taste that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. The creamy texture of whole-milk yogurt adds richness, while the subtle kick from ground coriander and the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice create a harmonious balance of flavors. Whether you’re drizzling it over grilled vegetables, using it as a dip for fresh pita, or adding it to your favorite grain bowls, this sauce is sure to impress.

What’s more, you can prepare it a day in advance, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or entertaining guests. Just cover and chill, and you’ll have a delicious, homemade sauce ready to go whenever you need it. So why not bring a taste of freshness to your table with this Cilantro-Yogurt Sauce? Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground coriander 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh ()
  • 0.5 small onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups yogurt (not Greek)

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine onion, cilantro, yogurt, mint,coriander, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice in amedium bowl. Season sauce with salt,pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.
  2. DO AHEAD: Sauce can be made 1 day ahead.Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories41kcal
Protein36.56%
Fat4.12%
Carbs59.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.17
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.8186956929124%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.76mg
Hesperetin
0.89mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
4.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:40.63kcal
2.03%
Fat:0.19g
0.29%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.52%
Carbohydrates:6.15g
2.05%
Net Carbohydrates:5.69g
2.07%
Sugar:5.12g
5.69%
Cholesterol:1.23mg
0.41%
Sodium:50.47mg
2.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.79g
7.58%
Vitamin K:16.84µg
16.04%
Calcium:132.19mg
13.22%
Phosphorus:102.53mg
10.25%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.36%
Vitamin A:435.94IU
8.72%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.23%
Potassium:209.51mg
5.99%
Vitamin C:4.91mg
5.95%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.44%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.38%
Magnesium:15.69mg
3.92%
Folate:14.68µg
3.67%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.39%
Selenium:2.31µg
3.31%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.61%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.57%
Fiber:0.46g
1.83%
Copper:0.03mg
1.59%
Iron:0.27mg
1.52%
Source:Epicurious