Easy recipe for fresh and vibrant Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette made with 7 ingredients and ready in 5 minutes! Use it as a dressing for salads, tacos, and buddha bowls.
In a blender jar combine olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, seasoning, garlic, and honey (if using) and blend to a smooth consistency.
When ready to use, pour 1-2 tablespoons of the dressing into each bowl. Toss to combine, give it a taste, and add more dressing if needed.
Notes
Cilantro: Use only the leaves, not the stems. The stems do not break down well enough in the blender.
Low Carb: Omit the honey to keep it low-carb and sugar-free, or add a pinch of your favorite low-carb sweetener.
Make it Spicy: Add 1-2 Tablespoons minced jalapeno.
Make it Creamy: Add ½ an avocado, or ½ cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt, right along with the rest of the ingredients.
Blend: Avoid blending for more than 30 seconds to keep the vibrant flecks of green.
Olive Oil: The olive oil will naturally separate and solidify in the fridge. To combat this, remove the dressing 20-30 minutes prior to use and give it a good shake before serving.
Salad Dressing Tip: When dressing salad, always start with half the dressing. The dressing is enough when the salad looks lightly coated and doesn't drip to the bottom of the bowl.
Note: The nutrition facts below are my estimates without the honey. If you follow any diet plan, I recommend cross-checking with your preferred nutrition calculator.