Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Sauce
Creamy Pumpkin Seed and Cilantro Green Sauce
Ingredients:
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup packed fresh cilantro (leaves and tender stems)
1 garlic clove
1 small jalapeño, seeded for less heat
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water (more as needed for consistency)
Optional: 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess
Directions:
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until they start to pop and brown slightly (about 3–5 minutes). Let them cool.
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted pumpkin seeds, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt.
Pulse until roughly chopped, then slowly stream in olive oil and water while blending until smooth and creamy.
Adjust consistency with more water if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Optional: Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or sour cream for a tangy, creamy twist.
Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 90 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 1 cup
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Say hello to your new favorite sauce! This Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Sauce is zesty, herby, and perfect on tacos, bowls, or grilled veggies.
Creamy Pumpkin Seed and Cilantro Green Sauce
Ingredients:
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup packed fresh cilantro (leaves and tender stems)
1 garlic clove
1 small jalapeño, seeded for less heat
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water (more as needed for consistency)
Optional: 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess
Directions:
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until they start to pop and brown slightly (about 3–5 minutes). Let them cool.
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted pumpkin seeds, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt.
Pulse until roughly chopped, then slowly stream in olive oil and water while blending until smooth and creamy.
Adjust consistency with more water if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Optional: Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or sour cream for a tangy, creamy twist.
Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 90 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 1 cup
#pumpkinseedsauce #cilantrosauce #greengoddess #homemadesauce #salsaverde #plantbasedsauce #mexicaninspired #pumpkinseeds #tacotopping #freshsauces #dippingsauce #greensauce #zestydressing #healthycondiments #herbyflavor #easyblenderrecipes #veganfriendly #sauceforthesoul #summersauce #boldflavor
Say hello to your new favorite sauce! This Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Sauce is zesty, herby, and perfect on tacos, bowls, or grilled veggies.
Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Sauce
Creamy Pumpkin Seed and Cilantro Green Sauce
Ingredients:
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup packed fresh cilantro (leaves and tender stems)
1 garlic clove
1 small jalapeño, seeded for less heat
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water (more as needed for consistency)
Optional: 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess
Directions:
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until they start to pop and brown slightly (about 3–5 minutes). Let them cool.
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted pumpkin seeds, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt.
Pulse until roughly chopped, then slowly stream in olive oil and water while blending until smooth and creamy.
Adjust consistency with more water if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Optional: Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or sour cream for a tangy, creamy twist.
Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 90 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: Makes about 1 cup
#pumpkinseedsauce #cilantrosauce #greengoddess #homemadesauce #salsaverde #plantbasedsauce #mexicaninspired #pumpkinseeds #tacotopping #freshsauces #dippingsauce #greensauce #zestydressing #healthycondiments #herbyflavor #easyblenderrecipes #veganfriendly #sauceforthesoul #summersauce #boldflavor
Say hello to your new favorite sauce! This Pumpkin Seed-Cilantro Sauce is zesty, herby, and perfect on tacos, bowls, or grilled veggies.
