Heart-Healthy Southwest Dressing
Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Southwest Dressing, a deliciously creamy blend perfect for salads, grain bowls, or veggie dips. This easy-to-make recipe combines extra virgin olive oil, zesty lime juice, and apple cider vinegar with Greek yogurt for a nutritious base. The bold flavors of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and fresh cilantro pack an irresistible Southwest-inspired punch, while a hint of optional honey adds subtle sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this guilt-free dressing is low in fat, customizable to your taste, and balanced with wholesome ingredients. Whether drizzled over greens or paired with crunchy vegetables, this vibrant, homemade dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened plain Greek yogurt (low-fat or non-fat)
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, freshly chopped
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional for slight sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons Water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and apple cider vinegar until well emulsified.
Add the Greek yogurt to the mixture and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Mix in the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper to enhance the Southwest flavors.
Stir in the freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.
If desired, drizzle in the honey for subtle sweetness, ensuring it is fully incorporated.
Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, to adjust the dressing to your preferred consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as needed, adding a little more lime juice or a pinch of chili powder for extra tang or heat.
Transfer the dressing to a sealed jar or container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Shake well before use.
Enjoy with fresh salads, grain bowls, or as a heart-healthy dip for raw veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 167 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.
