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Green Cilantro Dressing

Green cilantro dressing is a blended condiment typically made with cilantro, acidic ingredients like lime or vinegar, oil, and seasonings; some versions also include yogurt, mayonnaise, or avocado. It is used as a topping, dip, or salad dressing rather than eaten as a whole produce item.

Beneficial properties

contains herbs and plant compounds can add flavor with small amounts may provide unsaturated fats if oil-based versatile condiment

Nutritional highlights

Nutritional content varies by recipe, but it may provide vitamin K from cilantro along with fats from oil or avocado and small amounts of vitamin C and potassium.

Caution. Some versions are high in sodium or fat, and recipes containing dairy or egg-based mayonnaise may be unsuitable for people with related allergies or dietary restrictions.