Creamy Lime Dressing Recipe

Elevate your fish tacos and Tex-Mex salads with this vibrant and creamy lime dressing! Inspired by Sunny Anderson's "Cooking for Real," this recipe is incredibly easy to make and even better when made ahead. The perfect blend of zesty lime, creamy avocado, and a touch of spice will have you coming back for more. Get ready to taste the sunshine!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 856.6 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Lime Dressing

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How to Make Creamy Lime Dressing

  1. Combine ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, 1 clove minced garlic, ½ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and a pinch of salt in a blender.
  2. Blend until completely smooth.
  3. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in ¼ cup olive oil until the dressing thickens to your desired consistency.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lime juice for extra zing or cayenne for a spicier kick.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

99g

Carbs

6g