Heart-Healthy Zesty Lime Dressing
Brighten up your salads and meals with this heart-healthy zesty lime dressing, a quick and flavorful recipe that's ready in just 10 minutes! Made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and a touch of zest, this dressing delivers an invigorating tang that pairs beautifully with the subtly sweet notes of honey or maple syrup for a vegan option. Dijon mustard and minced garlic lend bold depth, while an optional sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds vibrant herbaceousness. Perfect as a dressing, marinade, or drizzle, this easy-to-make concoction is packed with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients and can be customized to suit your palate. It's a versatile, low-sodium, homemade alternative to store-bought dressings that stays fresh for up to five days—ideal for meal prep and everyday clean eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Sea salt (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl or jar with a tight lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and lime zest.
Add the honey (or maple syrup for vegan option), Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.
Season with ground black pepper and sea salt if using, adjusting to taste.
Whisk the mixture vigorously with a fork, or seal the jar and shake well until the dressing is emulsified.
If desired, stir in the finely chopped cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.
Taste and adjust flavors to your preference—add more lime juice for tanginess, honey for sweetness, or olive oil for a smoother consistency.
Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container. Shake or stir again before use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
406 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 393 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*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.
