Cilantro Lime Salad Dressing
Brighten up your dishes with this irresistibly creamy Cilantro Lime Salad Dressing, a vibrant blend of fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and silky Greek yogurt. Infused with a touch of honey for subtle sweetness and a dash of cumin for a warm, earthy kick, this homemade dressing is a flavor-packed upgrade to any salad, taco, or grilled veggie platter. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s as easy to make as it is delicious, blending wholesome ingredients like olive oil, garlic, and a hint of black pepper into a smooth, tangy masterpiece. Perfect for meal prep, this dressing keeps fresh in the fridge for up to a week, making it a quick and versatile addition to your weeknight dinners or weekend feasts. Whether you drizzle, dip, or marinate, this cilantro lime dressing is a zesty game-changer for your recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the fresh cilantro thoroughly, then roughly chop it.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, Greek yogurt, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until the desired consistency is achieved.
4. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or honey to suit your preference.
5. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
6. Shake or stir well before serving. Enjoy it drizzled over your favorite salad, tacos, or grilled vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
110 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.3 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 173 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 81 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.
