Whether you’re hosting a party or just craving a tasty snack, this creamy and zesty cilantro dip is always a favorite. It goes with everything—chips, celery sticks, tacos, wings, and so much more.

What We Love About This Cilantro Dip

Perfect for dipping: Thanks to a blend of mayonnaise and sour cream, this dip has a smooth and creamy texture that’s perfect for dipping.
Versatile: Whether you’re serving it with chips, veggies, or as a topping for tacos, this dip is incredibly versatile and complements a wide range of dishes.
Quick and Easy: With just a few simple ingredients and five minutes of prep time, you can make a large batch of cilantro dip without any fuss.

Cilantro Dip Ingredients

Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise provides a creamy base for the dip and adds richness and flavor.
Sour Cream: Sour cream adds tanginess and helps to balance out the richness of the mayonnaise.
Fresh Cilantro: Fresh cilantro gives the dip its vibrant green color and adds a fresh, herbed flavor.
Lime Juice: Lime juice adds acidity to balance out the richness of the mayonnaise and sour cream.
Garlic: Garlic adds a savory element and complements the other ingredients in the dip.

How to Make Cilantro Dip

Blend the ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic.
Process until smooth. Make sure there are no chunks.
Add seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Make Ahead and Storing Instructions:

To Make Ahead: Prepare the dip up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
To Store: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to f days.

Recipe Variations

Add avocado: Blend in a ripe avocado for extra creaminess without the tang.
Make it spicy: Add cayenne pepper for some heat
Use Greek yogurt: Substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream for a tangier, slightly thicker dip.
Adjust the consistency: If you prefer a thicker dip, you can reduce the amount of sour cream and increase mayonnaise.