This Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing adds fresh, zesty flavor to just about anything. Made with Greek yogurt and a handful of ingredients, it’s perfect for salads, grain bowls, tacos, and more.
After making multiple batchs of my Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing, I decided to add a little Mexican-inspired flair with a dried spice blend, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. And it did not dissapoint!
This Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing is the finishing touch your salads, tacos, and grain bowls have been begging for. It adds fresh flavor and a creamy richness that really satisfies.
Ingredients
- Greek yogurt: Use plain 2% or nonfat Greek yogurt for the best flavor. Greek yogurt creates a creamy base with a tangy flavor and adds a little extra protein.
- Fresh cilantro: Finely chop the cilantro so it blends evenly throughout the dressing.
- Lime juice: Fresh lime juice gives the best bright flavor. You’ll need about ½ of a medium lime.
- Olive oil: Richness the flavor and helps smooth out the texture of this creamy dressing.
- Honey or agave: Just a touch to balance the tanginess of the yogurt and lime juice.
- Taco seasoning: Our Low Sodium Taco Seasoning adds just the right hint of spice and smoky flavor without overpowering the cilantro and lime. If using a store-bought blend, you’ll want to season to taste since salt levels vary.
- Water: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons as needed to reach a smooth, drizzleable consistency.
How to Make Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing
- Add the dressing ingredients to a bowl.
- Whisk until smooth and creamy. Add a little water as needed to reach your desired consistency, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions
- Drizzle over Crispy Chicken Salad or your favorite taco salad.
- Spoon over grain bowls.
- Serve with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Use as a topping for Chili Lime Chicken Tacos or our simple Turkey Tacos.
- Swap it for the Ranch dressing in our BBQ Chicken Salad Wraps.
- Use as a dip for raw veggies.
Storage
Refrigerate: Store Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Stir before serving: Give it a quick stir before serving since the ingredients may separate slightly as it chills.
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Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2% or nonfat
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, from about ½ medium lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey, or agave
- 1 teaspoon low sodium taco seasoning, see notes below
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 to 2 teaspoons water, as needed to thin
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients, except the water, to a small bowl.
- Whisk until smooth, then thin with water to a drizzleable consistency. Chill until serving.
Notes
Nutrition
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