Cafe Rio Tomatillo Ranch with Cayenne

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Elevate your meals with this zesty and flavorful Cafe Rio Tomatillo Ranch with Cayenne! This creamy, Southwestern-style dressing combines the tangy brightness of fresh tomatillos, the herbaceous kick of cilantro, and the fiery warmth of cayenne pepper to create a bold, versatile sauce that’s perfect for salads, tacos, burrito bowls, and more. A blend of mayonnaise, buttermilk, and sour cream ensures a rich and velvety texture, while jalapeño and garlic add layers of savory spice. Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, this recipe lets you achieve restaurant-quality results at home. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or looking to spice up your weekly meal prep, this flavorful tomatillo ranch will be your new go-to condiment.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 medium Tomatillos
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 packet Ranch dressing seasoning mix
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them well under cold water to remove any sticky residue.

2. Dice the tomatillos and jalapeño into smaller pieces to make blending easier.

3. In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream, and lime juice.

4. Add the chopped tomatillos, garlic cloves, jalapeño, cilantro (including tender stems), and the ranch dressing seasoning mix.

5. Sprinkle cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper into the blender.

6. Blend everything together on high speed until the dressing is smooth and creamy.

7. Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as needed (add more cayenne for extra heat).

8. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

9. Serve the tomatillo ranch as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or an accompaniment to tacos or burrito bowls.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (84.1g)

Calories		257
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		26.2 g	34%
	Saturated Fat	5.8 g	29%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		20 mg	7%
Sodium		401 mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate		4.7 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	0.5 g	2%
	Total Sugars	2.4 g
Protein		1.6 g	3%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		49 mg	4%
Iron		0.3 mg	1%
Potassium		103 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1890 cal (90.3%%)

Protein: 51 cal (2.5%%)

Carbs: 151 cal (7.2%%)