Easiest Creamy Cilantro Lime Ranch Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads and dips with the easiest creamy cilantro lime ranch salad dressing! This zesty, herb-filled dressing combines the tang of fresh lime juice, the earthy aroma of cilantro, and the comforting creaminess of mayonnaise and sour cream. With a single garlic clove and a hint of dried dill, each spoonful packs a punch of bold, fresh flavor that perfectly complements salads, tacos, grilled veggies, or even chips. Made in just 5 minutes using a blender or food processor, this versatile dressing can be easily thinned to your desired consistency with a splash of milk. Whip it up, let it chill, and taste how this quick and effortless recipe transforms your go-to meals into standout dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried dill
- 2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
1. Place the mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh cilantro leaves, lime juice, and the garlic clove in a blender or food processor.
2. Add the salt, black pepper, and dried dill to the blender for seasoning.
3. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and the cilantro is fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
4. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, lime juice, or pepper.
5. If the dressing is too thick for your preference, add the milk one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until the desired consistency is reached.
6. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve over your favorite salad, drizzle on tacos, or use as a dip for veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2031 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.9 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 295 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 328 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*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.
