Ingredient

Natural Cilantro Flavor

Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use natural cilantro flavor to impart the characteristic taste of fresh cilantro into …

What is Natural Cilantro Flavor?

Natural cilantro flavor is derived from the cilantro plant (Coriandrum sativum). It is created by extracting aromatic compounds from the leaves, stems, or seeds of the plant using various methods like steam distillation or solvent extraction.

Is Natural Cilantro Flavor vegan?

Natural Cilantro Flavor is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Natural Cilantro Flavor gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Natural Cilantro Flavor a major allergen?

Cilantro is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA.

What is Natural Cilantro Flavor used for?

Manufacturers use natural cilantro flavor to impart the characteristic taste of fresh cilantro into food products.

Is Natural Cilantro Flavor safe?

Natural cilantro flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural cilantro flavor to impart the characteristic taste of fresh cilantro into food products. It is commonly found in savory items such as dips, salsas, salad dressings, seasoning mixes, and marinades where a fresh, herbal note is desired.

Health notes

Natural cilantro flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flavoring substances, and this ingredient is considered safe for consumption at typical levels. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from its use in food.

Allergen info

Cilantro is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Natural Cilantro Flavor

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Dream Foods International LLC Cilantro Rice Mix Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 356kcal 8.9Protein 0Fat 75.6Carbs

Vermont Creamery Inc. Cilantro Lime Flavored Sour Cream Topping, Cilantro Lime Cream High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 233kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 3.3Carbs

Hormel Foods Corporation Fresherized Foods, Homestyle Guacamole Dips & Salsa 150kcal 0Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Santa Fe Style Tortilla Strips, Santa Fe Style Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 500kcal 0Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Avomex, Inc. Medium Spicy Homestyle Guacamole, Medium Spicy Homestyle Dips & Salsa 150kcal 0Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs Avomex, Inc. Dierbergs, Spicy Homestyle Guacamole Dips & Salsa 150kcal 0Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs United Fruit & Produce Dierbergs, Spicy Homestyle Guacamole Dips & Salsa 150kcal 0Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs Avomex, Inc. Homestyle Guacamole, Homestyle Dips & Salsa 150kcal 1.7Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs Illumination Machines Cilantro Lime Seasoning, Cilantro Lime Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Agneta, LLC Green Tea + Peach + Blackberry + Lime + Cilantro Organic Tea Soda Concentrate, Green Tea + Peach + Blackberry + Lime + Cilantro Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 123kcal 0Protein 0Fat 30.8Carbs Illumination Machines Cilantro Lime Seasoning, Cilantro Lime Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Tortilla Strips Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 500kcal 0Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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