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Cilantro Lime Empanada Sauce

Cilantro Lime Empanada Sauce is the perfect pairing for your chicken empanadas! It doubles as the perfect dip for tortillas or raw veggies!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican American
Keyword: empanada sauce
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 31kcal
Author: Jordan

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime, juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water, more if you prefer a thinner consistency
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 3/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup green onion, white parts removed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • In a food processor, add the Greek yogurt, lime juice and half the zest, olive oil, water, avocado, cilantro, garlic, green onion, and salt. Pulse on high until fully combined. You can add more water if needed to thin out the sauce.
  • Serve with homemade Chicken Empanadas!

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Nutrition

Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg