Creamy Cilantro Sauce (Protein Packed)
Ritta BennaniOne of those sauces that makes “basic” food taste like you tried. I use this all the time, i actually need a break from it & switch to _________.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/3 bunch cilantro
- 1/2 red pepper
- 1/2 yellow pepper
- 1 medium garlic clove
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional, but the heat is worth it)
- Blend → Chill → Drizzle. ✅
Fast: 5 minutes, no cooking
Balanced: creamy, fresh, and not heavy
Meal-prep friendly: keeps well for quick lunches
Versatile: dressing, dip, drizzle, spread
How to make it (5 minutes)
- Chop the peppers into smaller pieces (helps your blender).
- Add everything to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust:
- want it tangier → a little more mustard
- want it thinner → 1–2 tsp water at a time
- want it spicier → extra sriracha
- Chill 10–15 minutes if you can (flavor gets better).
Best ways to use it (aka: how people get obsessed)
- Wraps: chicken wraps, salmon wraps, crispy tofu wraps
- Bowls: rice bowls, salad bowls, burrito bowls
- Tacos: shrimp, chicken, or veggie tacos
- Dip: fries, veggies, chips, air-fried anything
- Breakfast: eggs, breakfast burritos, avocado toast
If you’re here because you saw the video—this is the same “drizzle that makes it taste restaurant-y.”
Pro tips (tiny details that make it so good)
Garlic clove size matters: start with 1 medium—garlic gets stronger as it sits.
Cilantro stems are okay: they add extra flavor (just avoid the thickest ends).
Storage
- Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for 3–5 days.
- Stir before using (it settles a bit—normal).
Make it your way (easy swaps)
- No mayo? Do all Greek yogurt (it’ll be more tangy/lean).
- No cilantro? Try parsley + a squeeze of lemon (different vibe, still fresh).
- Extra bright: add a squeeze of lemon or lime if you love zing.
