Ww 2 Points Lime Cilantro Dressing Recipe

This vibrant and zesty Lime Cilantro Dressing is a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe (2 points!), perfect for adding a burst of fresh flavor to your favorite salads, tacos, or as a marinade. Inspired by WW's Great Cooking Everyday, this easy 15-minute recipe is packed with fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and a subtle nutty flavor from sesame and peanut oil. Light, refreshing, and incredibly flavorful – it's a healthy addition to your weekly meal prep!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 63.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ww 2 Points Lime Cilantro Dressing

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How to Make Ww 2 Points Lime Cilantro Dressing

  1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of vegetable broth to a gentle boil.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
  3. Slowly whisk the arrowroot mixture into the boiling broth, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of lime juice and 1 tablespoon of sugar (or sweetener of choice).
  5. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of peanut oil, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  7. Gradually whisk the oil mixture into the cooled broth mixture until fully combined and emulsified.
  8. Refrigerate the dressing in an airtight container for up to 4 days to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

5g

Carbs

0g

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