Honey Lime Dressing
Brighten up your salads and dishes with this zesty Honey Lime Dressing, a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors made with wholesome, everyday ingredients. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh lime juice, rich olive oil, sweet honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard for creaminess, while garlic and black pepper add depth. Optional fresh cilantro takes it to the next level with a burst of herbaceous flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile dressing isn’t just for leafy greens—use it as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu, or drizzle it over roasted veggies for an effortless gourmet touch. Delicious and customizable, it’s your go-to for healthy, flavorful meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a jar with a lid, combine olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, and Dijon mustard.
Add the minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the mixture.
If using, stir in the chopped cilantro for an extra layer of fresh flavor.
Whisk the ingredients thoroughly until the dressing is fully emulsified, or if using a jar, secure the lid and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or honey if needed to balance flavors.
Serve immediately over your favorite salads, drizzle over grilled vegetables, or use as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before using again.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
80 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 14 mg | 0% | |
*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.
