These fun and flavorful fresh cilantro recipes are not to be missed! This tasty collection features everything from dips and dressings to tacos and salads galore.
It’s pretty much safe to say I have a bunch of cilantro in my fridge (and/or garden) at all times.
This vibrant, versatile herb lends so much flavor to every dish it’s added to.
I love pureeing cilantro into dips, sauces, and dressing recipes and it’s equally epic topped on tacos, salads, nachos, and even soups!
15 Fresh Cilantro Recipes
Below you’ll find a collection of our best cilantro recipes. These rockin’ recipes are ones I make again and again and can’t wait for you to give them a try!
Let’s get our cilantro on!
This Mexican inspired kale salad features the most delicious homemade cilantro lime dressing. It’s a breeze to throw together and the flavors are out of this world!
★★★★★ “Oh. My. Stars. This is literally one of the best things I’ve ever eaten in my life and if I could only pick one meal to eat for the rest of my life this would be it…thank you for sharing!” – Leslie
One of my favorite local restaurants here in TX makes the BEST cilantro chimichurri and I just had to try my hand at making it at home. I’m happy to report my DIY version is as amazing as the inspiration and I literally cannot stop making it!
It’s great on everything from steak to seafood to roasted veggies and makes the most amazing speedy salad dressing too.
★★★★★ “My garden had LOTS of cilantro, so I looked online for a recipe and found this one, and it met the requirement of cups of cilantro, not a Tbsp. I love it. We put it on everything, well almost everything. Thanks for the great idea. I did substitute with some soy bean oil and more cilantro – did I tell you I have TONS, wish I could share some with you, fresh from the garden.” -Grams
Shrimp tacos are basically their own food group around here. This zesty cilantro lime shrimp tacos feature lots of fresh cilantro and they’re quick and easy to make!
★★★★★ “OMG…. These were absolutely delicious and super simple to make! I used a broccoli slaw for the topping and it was perfect! We had no leftovers and everyone went back for more. Just perfect!! Yummy 😋” – Nikki
Another fantastic way to scarf fresh cilantro is to make this baller black bean salsa. This gluten-free dip is insanely healthy and is great for vegans, vegetarians, and carnivores alike! I usually save a cup or two to mix into salads or burritos the next day. So good!
★★★★★ “This dish is my family favorite. Make this all year round. When corn is not in season, I buy the frozen sweet corn. Great recipe” – Cynthia
Another reader favorite is my deeeeeelish edamame salad! It features edamame, bell pepper, corn, red, onion, scallions, and a finger-licking cilantro lime dressing.
★★★★★ “I have made this multiple times and it is always delicious. Great for the hot summer days” – Debi
★★★★★ “I made this for my in laws and my family this past weekend….SMASH HIT!!! Thank you for this recipe!” – Candace
More Tasty Ways to Enjoy Cilantro
Serve up this fresh and fragrant herb on any of the following recipes. Add a little, or a lot!
- Vegetarian Tacos
- Mexican Cauliflower Rice
- Loaded Tater Tot Nachos
- Breakfast Tostadas
- Salsa Verde
- Instant Pot Lentil Tacos
- Vegetarian Taco Bowls
- Cheesy Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
- Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Cilantro Avocado Sauce
If you get a chance to try these fantastically fresh cilantro recipes, let me know!
Leave some love in the comment form below or tag your photos with @peasandcrayons on Instagram so I can happy dance over your creation. I can’t wait to see what you whip up!
