Chili Lime Salad Dressing Recipe
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Chili Lime Salad Dressing Recipe
Description
The Chili Lime Salad Dressing Recipe uses fresh lime juice and zest to provide a sharp, citrusy foundation. Red wine vinegar contributes additional acidity and brightness. Soy sauce adds a salty, umami note while honey balances the acidity with a hint of sweetness. Olive oil forms a smooth base for the dressing. Garlic enhances the savory profile, complemented by warming red pepper flakes and ground cumin, which introduce a subtle spice and earthiness. Salt adjusts seasoning.
This dressing is prepared by combining all ingredients in a jar and shaking until well blended. Refrigerating the mixture for at least 30 minutes and preferably two hours allows the flavors to meld thoroughly. The finished vinaigrette has a vibrant, slightly spicy flavor with a balanced taste ideal for brightening salads.
Ingredients
- lime about 4 tablespoons juice and 3 teaspoons lime zest, zest and juice of 2
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic finely minced OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake until well combined.
- Refrigerate and let flavors blend for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours, before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 92 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 92kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 274mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.