Do you feel like your snacks and meals are getting boring day by day? Or are you fed up with the same old dressing recipes? Elevate your meals with a dollop of zesty El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing Recipe, where every bite sings with vibrant flavors.

We often have savory, spicy, and tangy snacks when we feel a little hungry and craving. But the snacks feel void without anything to dip in. Similarly, salads feel dry and bland without something smooth and creamy added to them. So why not fill this emptiness and dryness?

El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing is an excellent dressing that is multi-functional. You can use it as a dressing on salads, and add flavor to your sandwiches, burritos, tacos, and wraps.

Not only this, it can also be used as a dipping sauce for a variety of meals to enhance their flavor. When served with grilled meat, the creaminess beautifully complements the smokiness of the meat.

In short, the El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing is not just vibrant-looking. It has a great taste and texture; and the potential to brighten up virtually every recipe you want.

Not only the creaminess, the tang of lime, and the aroma of garlic also give a great appeal to the uniqueness of El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing.

So, are you ready for the collision of creamy smoothness and vibrant freshness?

What Will You Love About This Recipe

The El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing recipe is a rich and creamy dressing that is so versatile to complement any of your dishes and snacks.

It is bursting with the freshness of cilantro and lime juice. That makes its flavor very vibrant and refreshing.

The strong aroma of garlic is also very pleasant to experience in the El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing recipe.

This recipe has an option of wide customization. You can add any flavor or ingredient in the dressing to mold it according to your liking.

The El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing has homemade goodness with a budget-friendly list of ingredients. That’s what makes it a very lovable meal.

Ingredients

To make El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing, you need the ingredients in the following quantities:

Chopped cilantro = 1 bunch
Cumin = 1 tsp
Onion powder = ½ tsp
Mayonnaise = 1 cup
Sugar = 1 tsp
Lime juice = 2-½ tbsp
Chopped jalapeno, seeds removed = 1
Salt = to taste
Pepper = to taste
Minced garlic = 2 tbsp
Whole milk = for thinning (optional)

Instructions for Making El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing Recipe

Following is a detailed description of the method on how to make El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing:

Step 1

Take a high-speed food processor or blender. Add cilantro, mayonnaise, minced garlic, sugar, jalapeno, lime juice, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cumin in it.

Step 2

Blend all the ingredients to make a creamy and smooth dressing until it attains the desired texture and consistency.

Step 3

Transfer this dressing to an airtight container or jar. Place the jar in the refrigerator until you want to use it. Better use it after an overnight of refrigeration. The flavor will improve. Happy eating!

Recipe Variations

Here are some variations for you:

Avocado Cilantro Dressing:

Add a ripe avocado to the dressing and blend it. The texture and taste will become richer. If the consistency gets too thick, you can add some more lime juice, water, or milk to thin it.

Greek Yogurt Cilantro Dressing:

Add some Greek yogurt to your dressing for a creamier and richer dressing. It will make your dressing tangy with the pinch of cilantro.

Sour Cream Cilantro Dressing:

Add in some sour cream for a change in taste and rich texture.

Spicy Cilantro Lime Dressing:

To accompany the richness of mayonnaise and freshness of cilantro, spice it up with peppers. Add cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes, or increase the amount of jalapeno to get an extra kick of heat.

Honey Lime Cilantro Dressing:

Add some honey or agave nectar to the El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing. It will balance the tang of lime juice.

Buttermilk Cilantro Dressing:

You can also add buttermilk to your dressing. Replace half of the mayonnaise with buttermilk. It will make the dressing tangier and lighter.

Tahini Cilantro Dressing:

Tahini in the sesame seed paste. Replace half of the mayonnaise with tahini for a traditional touch. It will make the dressing creamier and nutty.

Lemon Cilantro Dressing:

For a different tang and refreshes, replace the lime juice with lemon juice.

Herby El Pollo Loco Creamy Cilantro Dressing

Get the earthy and fresh touch in your dressing by adding fresh herbs: basil, thyme, rosemary, and dill in it.

Nutrition Information

Nutrient	Amount per Serving
Calories	78
Saturated Fat	2g
Total Fat	8g
Cholesterol	10mg
Sodium	150mg
Total Carbohydrates	1g
Dietary Fiber	0g
Sugars	1g
Protein	1g

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