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Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Sauce

This copycat Chipotle recipe for cilantro lime sauce is perfect for tacos, bowls, and grilled meats. Bright lime, fresh cilantro, and mellow sautéed jalapeño come together for a smooth, zesty sauce with just the right kick—all blended in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 117
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon oil, or as needed
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 1 cup Mexicancrema
  • 1 packed cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 large lime, juiced, or more to taste
  • pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and saute diced jalapeno until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
  2. Combine sautéed jalapeño, crema, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust flavor to taste - more lime for brightness, more jalapeño if you want heat.
  3. Chill for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 231mgSugar: 2g

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