Lime Cumin Vinaigrette Recipe

Elevate your salads and dishes with this vibrant Lime Cumin Vinaigrette! Inspired by Deborah Madison's "Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone," this zesty dressing is bursting with fresh lime, warm cumin, and a hint of spice. Perfect for citrus fruits, onions, avocados, peppers, and more – it's a flavor explosion in every bite! Quick and easy to make in just 10 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 166.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lime Cumin Vinaigrette

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How to Make Lime Cumin Vinaigrette

  1. Mince 2 cloves of garlic. Zest and juice 1 lime. Finely chop 2 tablespoons of green onion and 1 small red chili (optional, adjust to your spice preference). Combine garlic, lime zest, lime juice, green onion, and chili in a medium bowl.
  2. Toast 1 teaspoon cumin seeds and 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and let cool on a plate.
  3. Once cooled, grind the toasted seeds using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. Add the ground spices to the lime mixture.
  4. Whisk in 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil until well combined and emulsified.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro just before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (salt and pepper to taste).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

12g

Carbs

0g