Creamy Ginger Lime Dressing
Brighten up your salads and dishes with this zesty and luscious Creamy Ginger Lime Dressing! This quick and easy recipe combines the tangy freshness of lime juice and zest with the warm spice of freshly grated ginger, perfectly balanced by rich, creamy mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. A touch of honey and a splash of rice vinegar add subtle sweetness and tang, while garlic powder and a pinch of salt and pepper round out the flavor profile. Whipped together in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing can be customized to your preferred consistency with a bit of water. Drizzle it over crisp greens, roasted veggies, or even tacos for a vibrant burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for meal prep, this dressing can be refrigerated to let the flavors deepen, making it an irresistible addition to your kitchen lineup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Add the fresh lime juice, lime zest, and grated ginger. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
Mix in the honey, olive oil, and rice vinegar. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
If the dressing is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of water, one at a time, and whisk until your desired consistency is achieved.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve over your favorite salad, use as a dip for vegetables, or drizzle over tacos and roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.8 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 4% | |
*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.
