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Cilantro lime sauce
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4.80 from 10 votes

Cilantro Lime Sauce for Fish Tacos

This tasty Cilantro Lime Sauce for Fish Tacos is herbaceous and zesty, adding just the right amount of flavor and kick to your fish tacos.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Limes, Mayonnaise
Servings: 10 Servings
Calories: 106kcal
Author: Laura Lynch

Ingredients

  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cilantro washed and stems removed
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder mild to hot
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 jalapeno (optional) seeds removed, chopped
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Instructions

  • Note that many of the ingredients will add heat to this sauce, so temper it as necessary if you don't like it too spicy.
  • Mix together all of the ingredients in a food processor or in a bowl with a whisk until smooth. Thin it as necessary with water.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving for flavors to meld. Serve as a dressing or dip.
  • Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 279IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg