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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Don't skip the fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro.
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Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
On offer that day were fish tacos with shredded napa cabbage, pineapple salsa and a tangy Greek yogurt sauce on a whole grain tortilla, served with a side of cilantro lime rice and lentil stew.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026
Serve the stew in large bowls with a side of rice, if using, and garnish with the cilantro.
—Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
In our version, corn is charred, then the kernels are cut off and combined with jicama, chiles, cilantro, oil, cheese, and lime juice.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
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Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
On offer that day were fish tacos with shredded napa cabbage, pineapple salsa and a tangy Greek yogurt sauce on a whole grain tortilla, served with a side of cilantro lime rice and lentil stew.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 23 May 2026
Serve the stew in large bowls with a side of rice, if using, and garnish with the cilantro.
—Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 22 May 2026
In our version, corn is charred, then the kernels are cut off and combined with jicama, chiles, cilantro, oil, cheese, and lime juice.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 22 May 2026
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“Cilantro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cilantro. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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