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Published June 9, 2015. Last Updated July 1, 2019 By Alyssa Brantley 18 Comments

Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Dairy Free)

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  • Low carb
  • Nut free
  • Vegetarian
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I’m calling it. Summer is here. Yes, not officially (on the calendar) but it’s here in the hot weather sense.

And, in our house – this is the summer of the taco salad. I know, not exactly ground-breaking but my older son LOVES tacos and anything taco related. While we keep it gluten free in our house, he has a thing for crunchy corn tacos (who doesn’t?).

This Creamy Cilantro Dressing is one of the tricky ways I am getting him to eat less corn / crunchy tacos and more taco salads.

Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Dairy Free) from www.EverydayMaven.com

A dairy free, sugar-free creamy dressing bursting with flavor that amps up pretty much any salad – not just taco salads.

The recipe below is for just the dressing because I think giving you a recipe for a taco salad is a bit ridiculous. Basically put some taco meat (beef, chicken, turkey) on lettuce and top with whatever you are into. In our case, it’s always olives, guacamole, pico de gallo and some plantain chips on the side.

The best part is that you can make (or buy) almost everything ahead of time.

Make the dressing and taco meat the day or night before (here is a recipe for homemade taco seasoning if you need it).

If you are up for it, make a batch of guacamole and pico or, if you’re not, pick them up at the store and don’t make yourself crazy. One of my favorite shortcuts, when I am jammed for time, is to stop by Chipotle and pick up guac and pico then bring it home and use it for our taco salads.

I am thinking once you taste this dressing, you will be joining us for the summer of the taco salad.

Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Dairy Free) from www.EverydayMaven.com

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Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Dairy Free)
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins
 

Creamy Cilantro Dressing (dairy free)

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy Cilantro Dressing, dairy free
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 171 kcal
Author: Alyssa Brantley
5 from 3 votes
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Ingredients
  • 1 medium clove garlic finely chopped
  • 1 packed cup cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup canned full fat coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
For Food Processor:
  1. If using a food processor (to save time!), place garlic clove in bowl of food processor fitted with chopping blade. Process until finely chopped.
  2. Add cilantro and process until finely chopped.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and pulse until well combined.
  4. Refrigerate until ready to use, shake well and Enjoy!
For Mixing Bowl:
  1. Finely chop garlic and cilantro. Add to a mixing bowl along with remaining ingredients.
  2. Whisk until well combines.
  3. Refrigerate until ready to use, shake well and Enjoy!
NOTES:

Makes approximately 1 1/3 cups dressing OR 10 Servings

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Dairy Free)
Amount Per Serving (2 Tablespoons)
Calories 171 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 9mg3%
Sodium 259mg11%
Potassium 25mg1%
Vitamin A 30IU1%
Vitamin C 0.6mg1%
Calcium 3mg0%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. Tanya says

    November 27, 2019 at 9:57 am

    I rarely take time to comment on recipes, but this one deserves so much praise! Not only does my dairy-free husband love it, the rest of my family and every single friend who’s ever tried it loves it too! It’s great on salad, fish tacos, fish made almost any way, chicken, anything Mexican, and as a dip for cut veggies. I’ve been making this for a few years now, and it will definitely be in my food repertoire forever! Thank you, Alyssa!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      November 27, 2019 at 12:22 pm

      Hi Tanya! Thank you SO MUCH! I really appreciate your feedback and you taking the time to comment and rate this recipe. It makes me so happy to hear how much you all enjoy it. Happy Thanksgiving <3

      Reply
  2. Jen says

    November 10, 2019 at 9:56 pm

    Very tasty. I didn’t have lime juice so I used lemon and it still turned out well. Great non dairy sauce!!

    Reply
    • Alyssa Brantley says

      November 11, 2019 at 7:20 pm

      Perfect Jen! Thanks for taking the time to comment 🙂

      Reply
  3. Macy says

    January 21, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    Hello! This recipe looks great. Do you think I could use avocado instead of mayo? Or maybe half the amount of mayo with added avocado? Thank you!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      January 30, 2019 at 7:58 pm

      Hi Macy! I haven’t tried it. It might work with 1/4 or 1/2 – let me know how it comes out!

      Reply
  4. Kris Naisbitt says

    August 25, 2018 at 9:29 am

    Hi, I tried the recipe and thought the mayo flavor was a little strong.
    My family still loved it… but what suggestions would you make to have it be not so strong in mayo flavor?
    I’m wondering if I messed up or if that’s how it’s supposed to taste.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      September 17, 2018 at 7:58 am

      Hi Kris, What type of Mayo did you use?

      Reply
  5. Karina says

    July 3, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    Going to try this. How long do you think I can store this for in the fridge?

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      July 3, 2016 at 9:55 pm

      Hi Karina, 5 to 6 days max.

      Reply
  6. Susan Subracko says

    June 13, 2015 at 3:33 am

    This was so good, Alyssa! I’m sure we’ll be working through the rest of your whole30 recipes this month too!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      June 13, 2015 at 4:07 pm

      So glad you liked it Susan!! Good luck with your Whole30! It was a game changer for us (in a good way!) 🙂

      Reply
  7. [email protected] Riffs says

    June 10, 2015 at 8:34 am

    We’re big taco salad fans too! Often use just salsa for the dressing, but really like the idea of the cilantro dressing — great idea. Thanks!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:34 pm

      I also use salsa a lot as well. Lately, I’ve been experimenting with emulsifying salsa with oils.

      Reply
  8. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    June 9, 2015 at 7:37 am

    oh, I’m going to try this!!! with the homemade mayo recipe from the Whole 30 book!!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      June 9, 2015 at 1:06 pm

      Nice Alice! I found when doing the Whole30 that adding extra fat to meals helps with keeping you satiated. This dressing will come in handy. So excited for you!!!!

      Reply
  9. Norma Chang says

    June 9, 2015 at 7:18 am

    Thanks for creating this recipe for me, I have recently developed problems with dairy products ( a little milk in my coffee each morning is all I can handle) so am looking for dairy free recipes.

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      June 9, 2015 at 1:05 pm

      I also have issues with dairy Norma. I go through stages of not eating it and eating it but overall, I do much better without it!

      Reply

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