Picante Tomato Dressing
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables with this zesty Picante Tomato Dressing! Bursting with the bold flavors of fresh tomatoes, smoky cumin, and a spicy kick from jalapeño, this vibrant dressing is perfect for those who love a tangy, slightly sweet, and piquant twist. Blended with red bell pepper, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, it achieves a balanced depth of flavor, while fresh cilantro adds a herbaceous finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook recipe effortlessly delivers a smooth, creamy texture that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Ideal for healthy meal prep, this dressing stores beautifully, making it a flavorful go-to for busy weeknights.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Fresh tomatoes
- 1 small Red bell pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 small Jalapeño pepper
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and roughly chop the tomatoes, red bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño for a milder dressing, if preferred.
Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
Add the chopped tomatoes, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic to a blender or food processor.
Pour in the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey.
Add the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender if necessary.
Chop the fresh cilantro finely and either stir it into the blended dressing or blend it for a few seconds for an incorporated flavor.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with more salt, honey, or vinegar as needed.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
683 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.4 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1254 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 967 mg | 21% | |
*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.
