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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This one is planted with culinary herbs such as dill, mint, cilantro, and chives.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Chives are a classic choice, but dill, cilantro, or parsley can all add a lot of flavor with very little effort.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
And the carne asada fries loads shredded cheese and carne asada onto a bed of french fries, topped with two salsas, sour cream, cilantro and onions.
—Bee Staff
february 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Serve garnished with the cilantro and pass the avocado, cheese and corn chips alongside.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Chives are a classic choice, but dill, cilantro, or parsley can all add a lot of flavor with very little effort.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
And the carne asada fries loads shredded cheese and carne asada onto a bed of french fries, topped with two salsas, sour cream, cilantro and onions.
—Bee Staff
february 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Serve garnished with the cilantro and pass the avocado, cheese and corn chips alongside.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
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“Cilantro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cilantro. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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