Taco Salad Dressing
Elevate your taco salad game with this creamy, zesty Taco Salad Dressing, a perfect blend of bold spices and tangy lime. Made in just 5 minutes, this easy homemade dressing combines sour cream, mayonnaise, and olive oil for a rich base, enhanced by taco seasoning, garlic powder, and a hint of hot sauce for a kick of flavor. A splash of fresh lime juice brightens every bite, while optional honey adds a subtle touch of sweetness. Whether you're drizzling it over a crisp taco salad, using it as a dip for veggies, or pairing it with crunchy tortilla chips, this versatile dressing takes your Tex-Mex dishes to the next level. Quick, customizable, and packed with flavor, it’s a must-have for your recipe arsenal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.
Add the fresh lime juice and olive oil, and whisk until fully incorporated.
Stir in the taco seasoning, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
If you prefer a hint of sweetness, mix in the honey at this stage.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix well.
Taste and adjust the seasoning or lime juice as needed for your desired flavor balance.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve drizzled over your favorite taco salad or as a dip for fresh vegetables or tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.3 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2558 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*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.
