Creamy Smoky Lime Dressing
This creamy smoky lime dressing blends avocado, cilantro, citrus, and spices into a smooth sauce for salads, bowls, and tacos.
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe avocado pitted and peeled
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice about 4 to 5 limes
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 2 tbsp honey maple syrup (vegan option)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1-4 tbsp water only as needed to thin
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the water to a blender. Blend until completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.1 medium ripe avocado, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup avocado oil, 2 tbsp honey , 1 cup fresh cilantro, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 3/4 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Add water 1 tablespoon at a time and continue blending until the dressing reaches your preferred consistency.1-4 tbsp water
- Taste and adjust the salt, lime juice, or sweetener as needed. Transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate until ready to use. Stir well before serving.
Notes
- Ripe Avocado: A soft, ripe avocado creates the smoothest dressing.
- Water: Start without it and add only as much as the dressing needs.
- Consistency: The dressing may thicken slightly in the refrigerator.
- Heat Level: Add cayenne or chipotle powder for additional heat.
- Serving Size: The recipe makes approximately 16 oz of dressing, about 2 tbsp per serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 16servings | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 179IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg