43 Cilantro Recipes We Love

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43 Cilantro Recipes We Love2/43 Halibut Soft Tacos 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This warm-weather favorite is quick, colorful and full of nutrients. I sometimes serve the fish wrapped in lettuce instead of tortillas. Either way, the mango salsa tastes amazing with the grilled halibut. —Kristin Kossak, Bozeman, Montana Nutrition Facts: 1 taco with 1/3 cup mango salsa: 330 calories, 12g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 648mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2

starch, 1 fat

starch, 1 fat. 3/43 Mexican Street Corn Chowder 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mexican Street Corn Chowder Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 5 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Corn is one of my all-time favorite vegetables, so when it’s in season, I always make this super easy soup in the slow cooker. —Rashanda Cobbins, Food Editor, Taste of Home Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 287 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 743mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein. 4/43 Tangy Cilantro Lime Confetti

This is one of my very favorites, and everyone I serve it to loves it as well

Salad 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love standout salads that burst with flavor—the kind that make you feel as if you’re splurging without having to eat that piece of chocolate cake. This is one of my very favorites, and everyone I serve it to loves it as well. —Jasey McBurnett, Rock Springs, Wyoming Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 187 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 526mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 fat,

1/2 starch

1/2 starch. Psst! Learn how to grow your own cilantro indoors so you always have it fresh and on hand. 5/43 Mojito Pulled Pork 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mojito Pulled Pork Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 20 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fork-tender pulled pork tastes fabulous on a bun, or in a wrap or tortilla. My kids like it spooned over rice in its citrus-flavored juices. —Mindy Oswalt, Winnetka, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 418 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 916mg

sodium, 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein

sodium, 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein. 6/43 Quick Cilantro Chicken 7 Reviews Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re a fan of cilantro, you’ll definitely like this chicken dish. The cilantro adds herbal flavor, melding with the tangy lemon juice and caramelized onions. —Mary Pipkin, Melba, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 260 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 469mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. 7/43 Open-Faced Breakfast Banh Mi Test Kitchen Approved Open-Faced Breakfast Banh Mi Recipe photo by

I also love naan, so I combined the two for a fun breakfast!

Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love banh mi sandwiches because of the delicious pickled veggies. I also love naan, so I combined the two for a fun breakfast! —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 open-faced sandwich: 459 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 229mg cholesterol, 1370mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. 8/43 Chili Verde 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chile

verde recipe is one of my family’s favorites

verde recipe is one of my family’s favorites. We enjoy it any time of year, but it’s especially good on a cool and rainy day. —Sherrie Scettrini, Salinas, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 404 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 509mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 48g protein. 9/43 Peppered Cilantro Rice 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This colorful confetti rice is a traditional dish in Puerto Rico. We enjoy it in the summer alongside grilled shrimp kabobs, but

it is good with most any entree

it is good with most any entree. -Laura Lunardi of West Chester, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 156 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 10/43 Shrimp Tostadas with Lime-Cilantro Sauce 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love shrimp and veggies marinated in citrus juice, also known as ceviche. This recipe starts with cooked shrimp and those same fresh ceviche flavors. Enjoy these tostadas as a

make-ahead appetizer or dinner entree

make-ahead appetizer or dinner entree. — Leslie Kelley, Dorris, California Nutrition Facts: 1 tostada: 209 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 448mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. 11/43 Frito Pie 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Frito Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Frito pie is legendary in the Southwest for being spicy, salty and fabulously cheesy. Here’s my take on this crunchy classic. —Jan Moon, Alamogordo, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 718 calories, 40g fat (14g saturated fat),

What a fantastic twist on traditional chips and dip!

84mg cholesterol, 1719mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 33g protein. 12/43 Spicy Sweet Potato Chips & Cilantro Dip 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings (1-1/2 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This irresistible combo could become your new signature snack food. Park the spicy baked chips next to a bowl of the cool, creamy dip and let the gang have at it. What a fantastic twist on traditional chips and dip! —Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup chips with about 1 tablespoon dip: 285

calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 217mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. 13/43 Cilantro-Lime Chicken 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As a working mom and home cook, I strive to have fabulous flavor-packed dinners that make my family smile. Nothing is more awesome than a slow-cooker recipe that makes it seem as though you’ve been cooking in the kitchen all day! —Mari Smith, Ashburn, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh: 253 calories, 17g fat (4g

This is the recipe I dreamed up for her

saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 390mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. 14/43 Southwestern Pasta Salad 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend who has a catering business asked me to create a dish with pasta for a southwestern-themed event. This is the recipe I dreamed up for her. I was told it was a hit and is now one of her most-requested dishes. —Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 203 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol,

191mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein

191mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 15/43 Turkey Enchiladas Verdes 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Planning a fiesta night? These authentic-tasting enchiladas in spicy green sauce will please the whole family and you’ll be thankful for turkey leftovers. —Karyn Power, Arlington, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2 enchiladas: 350 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 906mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. 16/43 Thai Salad with Cilantro Lime

It goes over very well at family gatherings and potlucks year-round

Dressing 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 22 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well at family gatherings and potlucks year-round. We love the spice of the Thai chile, but if your family isn’t into spice, feel free to leave it out. It will still be delicious! —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 271 calories, 23g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 69mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars,

2g fiber), 2g protein

2g fiber), 2g protein. 17/43 Peppy Peach Salsa 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 1-1/4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Garden-fresh salsas are one of my favorite condiments. So when I saw a recipe for peach salsa in the newspaper, I couldn’t think of anything that sounded better. —Jennifer Abbott, Moraga, California Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 30 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 18/43 Lime and Dill Chimichurri Shrimp 2 Reviews Taste of Home Total Time 35 min

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