
A little bit of fresh herbs can go a long way in a recipe. They pack a ton of flavor, and cilantro is no exception. Its bright and refreshing taste has the ability to liven up a dish with just a sprinkle on top. But this herb can do so much more than garnish dishes. Cilantro is the main ingredient in many sauces served atop grilled meats, it stars in fragrant Thai dishes, and some would argue that it's essential for a good guacamole. Click through the slideshow below for cilantro recipes that showcase its great flavor.
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Seared Sea Scallops with Cilantro Gremolata

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Cold Marinated Sirloin Noodle Bowl

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Savory Lime Corn Cakes with Avocado Cream

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Szechuan Lambypops with Cilantro Chimichurri

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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas with Salsa Verde

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Grilled Corn with Lime Cilantro Wasabi Butter

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Cilantro & Ginger Hummus

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Southwestern Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with Chili-Cilantro Sour Cream

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Coriander Chicken Cutlets With Cilantro Lemon Sauce

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Skirt Steak With Orange Cilantro Salsa

Georgia Glynn Smith
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Steamed Wild Striped Bass With Ginger And Scallions

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Soba Noodles With Grilled Shrimp And Cilantro

Stephanie Foley
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Warm Flank Steak Salad With Mint And Cilantro

Cederic Angeles/Food&Wine
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Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Corn and Cilantro

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Grilled Acorn Squash With Cilantro Mojo

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Spicy Pea Fritters With Cilantro And Potato Raita

Georgia Glynn Smith
These spring pea fritters make a healthy snack or light lunch. They are lightly fried and perfectly spiced with turmeric, cumin and fennel. Get the Spicy Pea Fritters with Cilantro and Potato Raita recipe
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Cilantro Spice Yogurt Dip With Pita Strips And Vegetables

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Jalapeno, cumin, cardamom and cilantro spice up this cool yogurt dip. It's a refreshing and light dip to serve with crudite and pita chips on hot, summer days. Get the Cilantro Spice Yogurt Dip with Pita Strips and Vegetables recipe