Simple Lime Salad Dressing
Brighten up your salads with this quick and zesty Simple Lime Salad Dressing, a homemade masterpiece ready in just 5 minutes! Bursting with the tangy citrus flavor of fresh lime juice, this dressing is perfectly balanced with velvety olive oil, a touch of sweet honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard for depth. Minced garlic and ground cumin add an aromatic kick, while a pinch of salt and black pepper tie it all together. Perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, grain bowls, or roasted veggies, this vibrant dressing is as versatile as it is delicious. Make a batch ahead of time and enjoy its refreshing flavor all week long—just be sure to shake well before serving!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 piece Garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or a jar with a tight lid, combine the fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard.
Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
Whisk together the ingredients in the bowl until the dressing is emulsified. Alternatively, if using a jar, seal it tightly and shake vigorously until combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or honey for sweetness.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 97 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.
