Mexicasa Dressing
Bring a bold burst of flavor to your table with this creamy Mexicasa Dressing—a zesty blend of classic Tex-Mex ingredients perfect for elevating your favorite dishes. This quick and easy recipe combines rich mayonnaise and tangy sour cream with vibrant spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, all brightened by fresh lime juice and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Chopped cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous note, making this versatile dressing an irresistible topper for salads, tacos, burrito bowls, or even a dipping sauce for chips and veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade dressing is a must-have for any Southwest-inspired meal, offering a balance of creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
Add the fresh lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and paprika. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
Mix in the honey and chopped cilantro, ensuring the cilantro is evenly incorporated.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
If the dressing is too thick for your liking, stir in water one teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lime juice or spices if desired.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a salad dressing, taco topping, or dipping sauce for veggies or chips. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.0 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1267 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 116 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.
