Cilantro Lime Dressing (Cafe Rio Copycat)

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Refrigerate

    2 hrs

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 15 mins

  • Servings

    12

  • Calories

    102 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Cilantro Lime Dressing (Cafe Rio Copycat)

Cilantro Lime Dressing is a fresh and zesty dressing for all kinds of salads. The perfect Cafe Rio and Costa Vida copycat recipe!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tomatillo husked and diced
  • ½ bunch cilantro fresh
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño remove seeds for less heat, diced
  • 4 tablespoons lime juice approximately 2 limes, fresh
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing see recipe notes

Instructions

  1. In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients. Mix well.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Notes

  • Make sure you use balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, not balsamic vinegar.
  • If you want less heat, remove the seeds from the jalapeno before dicing. 
  • Store leftovers in a mason jar with a lid and shake well before serving.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 102kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 24mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 40IU (1%) Vitamin C 3.9mg (4%) Calcium 1mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 102 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 102kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 24mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 40IU 1%
Vitamin C 3.9mg 4%
Calcium 1mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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