Skin Benefits
Cilantro also has plenty of topical uses. It has soothing benefits that are great for acne. You can make a quick face mask by smashing cilantro with a mortar and pestle and applying it to the face for 3o minutes.
Try this simple recipe to incorporate cilantro into a meal for skin and body benefits that start from the inside.
Almond Hummus with Cilantro
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds, soaked in water overnight, rinsed and drained
- Juice from 2 small lemons
- 2 tablespoons raw tahini
- 1 small clove of garlic, crushed
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup water
- Olive oil and additional cilantro to garnish
Directions
- Blend almonds in food processor or blender.
- Add water and remaining ingredients until smooth consistency is reached.
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Spoon into a serving bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Decorate with cilantro leaves.