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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The lobster fries were buttery with a generous portion of the poached crustacean, plus truffle mayo, mozzarella, garlic confit and cilantro.
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Senior Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Juicy, tender chicken makes this dish hearty and filling while toppings like avocado and cilantro lighten it up.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Top with crumbled cheese, drizzle of crema, dollops of salsa verde, and garnish of lime and cilantro.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Finish with a sprinkle of avocado, Cotija, and cilantro, and just like that, brunch is handled.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
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Senior Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Juicy, tender chicken makes this dish hearty and filling while toppings like avocado and cilantro lighten it up.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Top with crumbled cheese, drizzle of crema, dollops of salsa verde, and garnish of lime and cilantro.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Finish with a sprinkle of avocado, Cotija, and cilantro, and just like that, brunch is handled.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Cilantro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cilantro. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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