Low Histamine Cilantro Sauce

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This low histamine cilantro sauce blends fresh herbs with a creamy base for a smooth, clean flavor. It’s free from citrus and vinegar, making it ideal for those needing an amine-free, anti-inflammatory dip. You’ll love it over grilled veggies, chicken, or as a salad drizzle. It takes just 5 minutes and uses safe, histamine-friendly ingredients.

Ingredients Needed

• ¼ cup homemade low histamine mayo: made with avocado oil and ascorbic acid (no vinegar or lemon).
• ¼ tsp ascorbic acid + 1 tbsp water: replaces lime juice with a safe, gentle acidity.
• ½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves: clean, herbaceous, and histamine-safe.
• Salt to taste (optional): adjust as needed.

How To Make Low Histamine Cilantro Sauce

Blend Ingredients

Add homemade mayo, water, ascorbic acid, and fresh cilantro to a small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Season & Store

Taste and add salt if desired. Transfer to a glass jar or airtight container and chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Always use fresh cilantro, not dried, for the best clean flavor.
• Skip citrus and use ascorbic acid for safe acidity.
• Use a small high-speed blender to get the smoothest texture.
• Let the sauce chill briefly to let flavors blend.
• Avoid metal containers—use glass or ceramic jars to store.

How to Store & Reheat

• Room Temperature: Not recommended beyond 30 minutes.
• Fridge: Store in a sealed glass jar up to 4 days. Stir before using.
• Freezer: Not recommended—mayo and herbs don’t freeze well.

Nutrition Facts (approx. per 1 tbsp):

• Calories: 45
• Sodium: 60 mg
• Protein: 0.1 g
• Fat: 5 g
• Carbs: 0.5 g
• Fibre: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g

FAQs

Can I eat cilantro on a low histamine diet?

Yes, fresh cilantro is considered histamine-safe and is often well-tolerated in low histamine diets.

Is lime juice high in histamine?

Yes. Lime and other citrus juices are histamine liberators and should be avoided. Use ascorbic acid or white vinegar substitutes instead.

What can I substitute for Vegenaise or mayo?

Use homemade mayo with allowed oils like avocado or olive oil and ascorbic acid for acidity. Avoid commercial brands with vinegar or lemon juice.

How do I add acidity without citrus or vinegar?

Use a small amount of ascorbic acid powder dissolved in water. It’s gentle and histamine-safe.

Try More Recipes:

• Low Histamine Dipping Sauce
• Low Histamine Coconut Sauce
• Low Histamine Cream Sauce