cilantro
noun
ci·lan·tro
si-ˈlän-(ˌ)trō 
-ˈlan-
-ˈlan-
: leaves of coriander used as a flavoring or garnish
also
: coriander sense 1
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Pat’s Pizza is introducing the Mexican street corn pizza with Oaxacan and Cotija cheeses and cilantro.
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2024
The bar will consist of various broths and toppings, such as green onion, cilantro, peppers and sriracha sauce.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 4 June 2024
Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Kevin Crafts Grilled Cilantro and Pistachio Pesto Shrimp Skewers
Served with slaw, tortillas, and lime, these shrimp skewers are marinated in a zesty cilantro pistachio pesto for a refreshing flavor with nutty undertones.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 3 June 2024
Finish mixing salsa: Add beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt to corn mixture; toss gently to combine.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 29 May 2024
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Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2024
The bar will consist of various broths and toppings, such as green onion, cilantro, peppers and sriracha sauce.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 4 June 2024
Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Kevin Crafts Grilled Cilantro and Pistachio Pesto Shrimp Skewers
Served with slaw, tortillas, and lime, these shrimp skewers are marinated in a zesty cilantro pistachio pesto for a refreshing flavor with nutty undertones.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 3 June 2024
Finish mixing salsa: Add beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt to corn mixture; toss gently to combine.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 29 May 2024
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“Cilantro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cilantro. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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