Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (Easy Homemade Dressing)
This cilantro lime vinaigrette is a bright, fresh dressing made with cilantro, lime juice, and simple spices. It’s easy to make and perfect for salads, grain bowls, tacos, and adding flavor to everyday meals.
Servings 6
Calories 102kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup cilantro, loosely packed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 medium limes, juiced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cut away the ends of the cilantro stalks. Measure the cilantro by loosely packing it in a measuring cup, using leaves and stems.1 cup cilantro, loosely packed
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor.3 tablespoons olive oil, 3 medium limes, juiced, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 cup water, 3 tablespoons raw pumpkin seeds (optional), 1 cup cilantro, loosely packed
- Blend on high about 40 seconds - 1 minute until pumpkin seeds are finely broken down.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge up to a week. Be sure to shake well before serving.
Notes
- Use the stems (but trim the ends) - Cut off the very bottom of the cilantro (thick stems), but use the thinner stems near the leaves—they add a lot of flavor.
- Use a high-speed blender if possible - A blender will give you the smoothest texture and help fully break down the cilantro and pumpkin seeds.
- Shake before serving - This vinaigrette will separate in the fridge, so give it a good shake or stir before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
