Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing Recipe

Craving Cafe Rio's incredible creamy tomatillo dressing? This copycat recipe lets you recreate that zesty, vibrant flavor at home in minutes! Perfect for your favorite Mexican dishes, tacos, burritos, or as a delicious dip. Easy to make and bursting with fresh tomatillo flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 7.5 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing

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How to Make Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing

  1. In a blender, combine 1 cup tomatillos (husked and roughly chopped), 1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup chopped white onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and roughly chopped, adjust to taste), 1/4 cup lime juice (about 1 large lime), 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup water.
  2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, adding more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk dressing (prepared according to package directions).
  4. Slowly drizzle the blended tomatillo mixture into the buttermilk dressing while whisking constantly to emulsify and create a smooth sauce.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, lime juice, jalapeño, or cumin to your preference.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. This step is optional, but recommended.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing?

Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing?

Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing has approximately 7.5 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing?

The key ingredients for Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing are Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing Mix, Tomatillos, Cilantro, Garlic Clove, Lime, Juice Of, Jalapeno. See the full list with measurements above.

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