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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Splendid charro beans are enrobed in savory brown broth and finished with a sparkle of cilantro and diced onion.
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Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Carne Asada Queso Fries Richardson’s New Mexican Cuisine At Richardson’s New Mexican Cuisine in Phoenix, Arizona, Frites Street Fries, marinated skirt steak with beer cheese, cilantro and onions.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Add pomegranate seeds, cilantro, parsley, salt and pepper.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025
Remove the sides of the pan, transfer rolls to a plate and sprinkle with cilantro.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Carne Asada Queso Fries Richardson’s New Mexican Cuisine At Richardson’s New Mexican Cuisine in Phoenix, Arizona, Frites Street Fries, marinated skirt steak with beer cheese, cilantro and onions.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Add pomegranate seeds, cilantro, parsley, salt and pepper.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025
Remove the sides of the pan, transfer rolls to a plate and sprinkle with cilantro.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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“Cilantro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cilantro. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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