Low Sodium Lime Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and heart-healthy Low Sodium Lime Vinaigrette, a zesty dressing that's big on flavor but easy on salt. Featuring fresh lime juice, lime zest, and fragrant cilantro, this recipe bursts with citrusy brightness and herbal undertones, complemented by the velvety richness of extra virgin olive oil. A touch of honey and Dijon mustard adds subtle sweetness and tang, while minced garlic and black pepper bring depth to each bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy vinaigrette is a perfect choice for those seeking a low sodium alternative that doesn't compromise on taste. Use it to dress fresh greens, drizzle over grilled vegetables, or marinate proteins for a refreshingly bold twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 6 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Zest of lime
Instructions
Begin by juicing fresh limes to yield approximately 3 tablespoons of juice. Ensure no seeds are present.
Finely chop one clove of garlic. The garlic should be minced to small pieces to distribute its flavor evenly.
In a medium-sized bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard.
Add the minced garlic to the mix, along with freshly ground black pepper.
Finely chop fresh cilantro to achieve 1 tablespoon. Add this to the vinaigrette mixture.
Using a fine grater or zester, grate the zest of one lime into the mixture for an additional citrusy aroma.
Whisk all the ingredients together vigorously or, if using a jar, secure the lid and shake well until the ingredients are fully emulsified.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the flavor if necessary, adding more pepper or lime juice to balance flavors to your preference.
Serve immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container. Shake or stir well before using as ingredients may separate over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
814 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 99 mg | 2% | |
*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.
