10 Plant-Based Cilantro Lime Recipes

Cilantro and lime is an amazing flavor combination that can be found in many Mexican and Asian dishes. The zesty acidity of the lime combined with the fresh and bright flavors of cilantro just seem to work together. It can be made into delicious sauces, seasonings, and dressings. So if you’re looking to add some fresh and zingy flavors to your dishes, then this is the list for you!

1. Cilantro Lime Rice

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This Cilantro Lime Rice by Kristina Humphreys should be an essential component of any burrito bowl—it has a wonderfully soft texture and a zesty lime flavor that is enhanced by the bits of chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of salt crystals.

2. Cilantro Lime Glazed Chickpeas With Mango Salsa

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Listen up…this recipe for Cilantro Lime Glazed Chickpeas With Mango Salsa by Taavi Moore will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied after a long day. It is extremely easy and quick while not sacrificing any flavor. Chickpeas are tossed in a quick cilantro lime sauce and then topped with a mango salsa consisting of mango, red onion, cilantro, lime, and salt. It’s perfect for the heat and will satisfy your tastebuds with all the right flavors. Serve these Cilantro Lime Glazed Chickpeas over brown rice or spice it up by serving them as tacos.

3. Mushroom Carnitas Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

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These Carnitas Tacos by Desiree Rodriguez may look like they’re made with shredded pork but they’re really made with mushrooms. They will make a delicious addition to Taco Tuesday!

4. Black Bean Burgers With Cilantro Lime Sauce

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These Black Bean Burgers by Dora Daily are exactly what you were looking for. They’re full of flavor and have a special cilantro lime sauce for extra deliciousness!

5. Avocado Cilantro Lime Vegan ‘Chicken’ Tacos with Spicy Aioli

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These Avocado Cilantro Lime Vegan ‘Chicken’ Tacos with Spicy Aioli by Joni Marie Newman are filled with delicious ingredients. This recipe is non-vegan approved and oh-so filling!

6. Cilantro-Lime Corn Salsa

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This Cilantro-Lime Corn Salsa by Kristina Humphreys combines sweet and creamy bites of corn with a squeeze of lime juice, diced red onion, and cilantro for zest.

7. Mexican Black Bean Chorizo Burgers with Cilantro-Lime Corn Fritters

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The ultimate vegan Mexican burgers! This Mexican-inspired burger by Anna Sue packs a punch of flavor with a chorizo-flavored black bean patty, topped with crispy cilantro-lime corn fritters, smothered in a refreshing ranch dressing! Pure perfection!

8. Cilantro-Lime Jicama Fries

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Craving french fries? These crispy Jicama Fries by Crystal Bonnet are sure to satisfy you! Tossed in cilantro, lime, and chipotle pepper, and then baked to perfection, these are a healthy and tasty alternative. Serve with zesty chipotle mayonnaise to complete this snack!

9. Alkalizing Fiesta Salad With Cilantro Lime Dressing

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This Fiesta Salad by Christa Clark with carrots, zucchini, jalapenos, avocado, cilantro, lime, and green olives covered in a Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing is heavenly. It offers more than enough good food to re-fuel and reset our bodies. Envision fresh flavors at their finest that are high in alkalinity to help balance your body.

10. Roasted BBQ Cauliflower, Pepita Dressing, and Cilantro-Lime Quinoa

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Roasted BBQ cauliflower with homemade spicy barbacoa sauce bakes in the oven while you whip up cool pepita dressing to plate up with cilantro-lime quinoa. This Roasted BBQ Cauliflower, Pepita Dressing, and Cilantro-Lime Quinoa dish by Denise Perrault might just be your new go-to dinner!

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