Cilantro Lime Jalapeño Vinaigrette: The Best Zesty Dressing
A vibrant and zesty dressing that combines the freshness of cilantro with the zing of lime and the heat of jalapeño.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- In a blender, combine cilantro, lime juice, honey, jalapeño, and salt.
- Blend until smooth.
- With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- This vinaigrette pairs well with salads, grilled vegetables, or as a marinade.
- For a milder version, use less jalapeño or remove the seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cilantro, Lime, Jalapeño, Vinaigrette, Dressing