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Fresh cilantro vinaigrette with garlic and red pepper flakes on a white ceramic plate

Cilantro Vinaigrette with White Vinegar and Garlic

Cilantro vinaigrette is a fresh, smooth herb sauce with bright acidity and a savory garlic finish. This quick blender recipe is perfect when you want an easy dressing or flavorful finishing sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Dressing
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 huge bunch of fresh cilantro (2 cups packed)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup water, if needed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Add water as needed to provide enough volume for the blender to run smoothly.
  3. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning as desired.

Notes

You can find Gaby’s original recipe on her blog or in her book. This version removes the shallot, uses white vinegar instead of red wine vinegar for a sharper tang, and includes a little water when extra blender volume is needed for smoother blending. Keep the vinaigrette in a jar in the fridge for 3-4 days.