Best Mexican Low Fat Citrus Salad Dressing Recipes

CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE {ZESTY MEXICAN SALAD DRESSING}

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette {Zesty Mexican Salad Dressing} image

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette is a zesty homemade Mexican dressing -- perfect for marinades & salads -- featuring lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a touch of honey!

Provided by Samantha Skaggs

Categories Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup finely minced fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup neutral-flavored salad oil (such as sunflower or safflower)
3 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

Measure ingredients into the bowl of a mini food processor (or blender). Pulse until well-blended and emulsified. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if necessary. (Alternatively, you may measure all ingredients into a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously, OR whisk the ingredients together in a bowl.)
Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator; allow to come to room temperature and shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 292 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN CITRUS DRESSING

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Make and share this Mexican Citrus Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 teaspoons grated orange rind
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons distilled vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced or 2 teaspoons dry basil
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cumin
3 garlic cloves, pressed

Steps:

In a Pyrex or glass bowl mix all the ingredients, cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.1, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 161.8, Carbohydrate 48.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 38, Protein 3.6

MEXICAN CHOPPED SALAD WITH HONEY-LIME DRESSING

Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing image

Tortillas aren't the only depository for beans, corn and tomatoes. With a Mexican Chopped Salad, let romaine lettuce do the job. Feta cheese supplies a dose of calcium and major flavor.

Categories Salad Bean Citrus Leafy Green Tomato Vegetable No-Cook Low Fat Quick & Easy Salad Dressing Healthy Self

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

Salad
2 1/2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, rinsed and well drained
3/4 cup chopped seeded tomato
3/4 cup chopped peeled jicama
3/4 cup fresh corn kernels, uncooked (or frozen or canned)
3/4 cup thinly sliced radishes
Half a ripe avocado, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
Honey-Lime Dressing
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
1 tsp chopped jalapeño pepper (use canned for less heat)

Steps:

Toss all salad ingredients in a large bowl. In separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Pour dressing over mixture and toss again. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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