The Best Cilantro, Lime & Jalapeño Vinaigrette

   

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Wow, I’m blown away by the number of views of this recipe. This is one of our go-to summer recipes. This Cilantro Lime and Jalapeño dressing has incredible flavor and only requires a handful of ingredients. It’s a fresh, tangy and has just the right amount of spice to elevate any salad. 

Cilantro, Lime & Jalapeño Vinaigrette

This Cilantro Lime and Jalapeño dressing has incredible flavor and only requires a handful of ingredients. It’s a fresh, tangy and has just the right amount of spice to elevate any salad. 

  • 3 medium Limes or Lemons (yields about 2.5 teaspoons)
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Leaves
  • 1 medium Medium size jalapeño
  • ¼ cup of neutral oil if possible (like avocado or grapeseed, otherwise the most neutral olive oil you have)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
  1. Lightly dry roast the ground cumin in a pan (optional)
  2. Finely chop the cilantro leaves and stems.
  3. Juice the lime or lemons into separate bowl. I recommend leaving one half of the citrus aside for last minute squeeze.
  4. Combine ingredients:

    Option 1: In a mixing bowl, add the neutral oil, ground cumin, salt and pepper. Use a whisk or spoon to aggressively combine. Then add the cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice.

    Option 2: Combine the ingredients in a high-power blender. Puree or pulse ingredients together until the mixture comes together and the cilantro is still finely chopped.

  5. Set aside in small container with lid, and shake before serving.

Tips:

  • You can make this vinaigrette up to 3 days in advance.
  • The color may change slightly. Add an extra squeeze of the acid (lime or lemon) before serving.
  • Shake before serving

How to Use:

  • Marinade for roasted veggies or grilled seafood
  • Drizzle on a fresh avocado
  • Toss into a salad or grain bowl.

4 responses to “The Best Cilantro, Lime & Jalapeño Vinaigrette”

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  2. Tamara Drpic Avatar
    Tamara Drpic

    So yummy! Thank you!!!

    1. Aheli Avatar
      Aheli

      I’m glad that you enjoyed it 🙂

  3. Sharon Driscoll Avatar
    Sharon Driscoll

    Hi, just wondering how much of your Cilantro, Lime, and Jalapeño dressing for 8 adults…is the recipe for 1 salad? Thanks 😊

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