Lime Cilantro Ranch Dressing
Liven up your salads, tacos, and veggie platters with this zesty Lime Cilantro Ranch Dressing! Bursting with the fresh, tangy flavors of lime juice and vibrant cilantro, this creamy dressing combines the richness of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt with a hint of buttermilk for a perfectly smooth texture. Infused with garlic, a touch of honey, and a dash of cumin, it strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic spice. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and versatile recipe is ideal for adding a bright, flavorful twist to your favorite dishes. Refrigerate it to let the flavors meld, and enjoy it as a dressing, dip, or drizzle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 0.25 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup (packed) Fresh Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 large Garlic Clove
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, buttermilk, fresh cilantro, and fresh lime juice.
Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove, then add it to the blender.
Add the honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the blender or food processor.
Blend all the ingredients until the dressing is smooth and well combined. If needed, scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything is incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt, lime juice, or honey depending on your preference).
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Use the dressing on salads, as a dip for vegetables, or drizzled over tacos. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 177.3 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 254 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 1843 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 377 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.
