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Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

The ultimate fresh dressing that elevates any dish! This Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette is zesty, easy to make, and perfect for summer salads or grilled meats. You’ll want to drizzle it over everything!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cilantro roughly chopped and softly packed, with large, tough stems removed
  • 1 large garlic roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon Morton kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, pulse the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, lime zest, honey, salt, and cumin until everything is broken down and evenly combined. With the blade running, drizzle in the olive oil. Process until smooth and lightly thickened.

Notes

  • Storage: How to store leftovers? Keep your vinaigrette in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last for up to one week. Just shake it before using.
  • Freezing: Can you freeze this? While it's best fresh, if you have a large batch, you can freeze it in ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a bag and use them as needed.
  • Pairing: What to serve with this? The Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette goes great with grilled chicken, fish tacos, or a refreshing summer salad.
  • Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add more honey or even try using agave syrup as a substitute.
  • Spice it up: For a kick, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the blend.
  • Herb substitutions: If you’re not a fan of cilantro, try using parsley, basil, or mint for a different flavor profile.