Jalapeno Tofu Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, and dips with this creamy and zesty Jalapeño Tofu Dressing! Made with silky smooth tofu, fresh lime juice, and a spicy kick from jalapeño peppers, this recipe is a healthy, dairy-free alternative to traditional dressings. Balanced with the subtle sweetness of maple syrup and a touch of earthy cumin, it delivers bold flavors in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vegan dressing is effortlessly whipped up in a blender and can be customized to your heat preference. Perfect as a drizzle, dip, or marinade, this versatile jalapeño tofu dressing will become a staple in your kitchen. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of freshness! Vegan, gluten-free, and full of flavor—what's not to love?
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Silken tofu
- 1 medium Jalapeno pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Drain the silken tofu and place it in a blender or food processor.
Cut the jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes for a milder dressing, or leave them in for more heat. Roughly chop the jalapeno and add it to the blender.
Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove, then add it to the blender along with the fresh lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, cumin powder, salt, and water.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lime juice if desired.
Pour the dressing into a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled over salads, as a drizzle for roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fresh veggies. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 823 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 398 mg | 8% | |
*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.
