Cilantro
Cilantro is a type of herb commonly used in chutneys, pickles, relishes, curries, dips, spreads, salsas, and much more!
The flavor profile for cilantro can be described as citrusy and cool.
Cilantro contains over 19+ nutrients including 10 vitamins and 9 minerals. Cilantro is also low in sodium and trans fat free.
Vegan
Vegetarian
Paleo
Gluten Free
Uses For Cilantro
There are 13 uses for cilantro. Find your use and start enjoying this tasty food today!
- Chutneys, Pickles, Relishes.
- Curries.
- Dips, Spreads, Salsas.
- Dressings, Marinades.
- Grain Dishes.
- Herb Blends, Rubs.
- Pastas.
- Salads.
- Sandwiches, Burgers.
- Sauces.
- Soups, Stews.
- Stir-fries.
- Stocks.
Tips
Great ideas for purchasing, storing, and consuming cilantro.
- Always go for fresh cilantro that has bright-colored leaves and ditch the wilted ones.
- Cut off the stems, wash the leaves completely, and cover the cilantro loosely in paper towel to absorb any moisture left in them and place them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator.
- Cilantro works exceptionally well in soups, dips, and salsas like pico de gallo.
- It is widely used as a garnish to elevate the taste as well as the look of the dish.
- Cilantro makes for a great addition to rice dishes.
Nutrition
Checkout the facts and figures to see how wealthy cilantro is.
Nutrition Facts
1 Serving
Serving size
Cilantro - Fresh
100 Grams
100 Grams
Amount per serving
Calories
per serving
23
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 46mg
2%
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrate 4g
3%
Dietary Fiber 3g
10%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 2g
5%
Vitamin K 344%
·
Vitamin A 48%
·
Vitamin C 36%
·
Copper 26%
·
Manganese 24%
·
Vitamin E 17%
·
Folate 16%
·
Riboflavin 15%
·
Vitamin B6 12%
·
Pantothenic Acid 11%
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Potassium 11%
·
Iron 10%
·
Magnesium 8%
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Niacin 8%
·
Calcium 7%
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Phosphorous 7%
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Thiamin 6%
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Zinc 6%
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Choline 3%
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Selenium 2%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Highlights
- High in fiber.
- Low in sodium.
- Excellent source of 5 micronutrients.
- Good source of 6 micronutrients.