Cilantro-Lime Dressing
Whip up some serious flavour with Cilantro-Lime Dressing. A bright, zesty, and delightfully fresh dressing that’s easy to make. With fresh cilantro and tangy lime juice taking center stage, it’s just the right mix of tangy and savoury. A real game-changer in the kitchen that packs a punch and livens up even the simplest salads. Plus, it’s guaranteed to elevate your taco, burrito, or fajita game, not just dressing ‘em up but transforming ‘em into showstoppers. So, grab your whisk and get mixin’—it’s time to add a legendary twist to your favourite eats.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup lime juice (3–4 limes)
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves chopped
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or raw blue agave nectar
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp Sriracha sauce or chili garlic sauce
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- In a small food processor or medium bowl, mix ¼ cup each lime juice and chopped cilantro leaves, 1 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp each onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and Sriracha sauce, and ¼ tsp each garlic powder and chili powder. Process or whisk until well combined. While whisking, slowly drizzle in ¼ cup olive oil and continue whisking until the oil emulsifies with the remaining ingredients. If using a food processor, pour in ¼ cup olive oil and process until well combined. Pour into a small jar, seal, and shake, then set aside to intensify the flavours. Shake before using.¼ cup lime juice, ¼ cup cilantro leaves, 1 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp Sriracha sauce, ¼ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp chili powder, ¼ cup olive oil
- If you refrigerate the dressing, remove it a few hours before use to allow the oil to properly liquify. Shake before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 0.2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 308mgPotassium: 47mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 116IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.3mg
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I love a good salad, and this dressing is always a treat.
This salad dressing is so tasty and tangy
Thank you for sharing this recipe