Best 20 Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette Recipes

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Cilantro lime vinaigrette is a vibrant, flavorful dressing that adds a zesty kick to any dish. With its bright citrus flavor and herbaceous notes, this versatile dressing is perfect for salads, tacos, grilled meats, and more. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, cilantro lime vinaigrette is sure to elevate your culinary creations.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE



Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette image

Cilantro is one of those ingredients that adds bright, fresh flavor to almost any dish it's in. Drizzle this irresistible cilantro lime vinaigrette recipe over grilled steak, avocado salad, sliced tomatoes and more. Don't miss these other homemade salad dressing recipes -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Dash pepper
2/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the first ingredients in blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



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This is a delicious, tangy vinaigrette. It's so versatile, it can be used for mixed greens or taco salads. Enjoy! Serve immediately or keep in the fridge for 4 to 5 days. I prefer white wine vinegar in this recipe, as opposed to regular white vinegar. You can also use Dijon mustard if you prefer to spicy brown.

Provided by drjwall

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup lime juice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon spicy brown mustard
¾ cup light olive oil

Steps:

  • Blend the lime juice, vinegar, and cilantro together in a blender until smooth. Add the brown sugar, garlic, and salt; blend again until smooth. Spoon the mustard into the mixture. Turn the blender on and slowly pour the olive oil into the dressing mixture in a thin stream; blend until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 54.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



Black Bean Salad With Lime-Cilantro Vinaigrette image

A light & refreshing summer salad - takes a little time to get everything chopped, but it's definitely worth it in the end.

Provided by accidental glutton

Categories     Black Beans

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
3 ears fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
2 avocados, diced
2 limes, zest of
9 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except avocados, in a large bowl and mix well. Toss with desired amount of dressing.
  • Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight. Right before serving, add avocados and mix gently, being careful not to mash avocados.
  • Serve at room temperature.

CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Use with sweet and buttery lettuces such as Boston and Bibb.

Categories     Citrus     Herb     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Lime     Summer     Vegan     Cilantro     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Stir all ingredients together.

LIME CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette image

A unique, zesty dressing!

Provided by Andi

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅔ cup fresh lime juice
⅔ cup packed cilantro leaves
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon ground cumin
salt to taste
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Blend lime juice, cilantro, vinegar, garlic, cumin, and salt in a blender until smooth. Stream olive oil into the mixture while continuing to blend until emulsified into a smooth, pourable dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE OR MARINADE



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Recipe using Good Seasons Italian Seasoning Mix from the side of the box! Placed here for safe keeping. States it is excellent as a salad dressing or as a marinade for chicken, flank steak, fish or shrimp.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 8 oz, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup water
1 (2/3 ounce) packet Good Seasonings Italian salad dressing mix
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup oil
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients.
  • Serve atop greens, avocado, tomato and shrimp for a fabulous salad or use as a marinade with chicken, flank steak, fish or shrimp.

GRILLED RED SNAPPER AND MANGO WITH CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Red Snapper and Mango with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette image

Categories     Citrus     Fish     Fruit     Low/No Sugar     Lime     Mango     Snapper     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel
4 5- to 6-ounce red snapper fillets
1 large mango, peeled, cut into thick wedges
3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
8 large red-leaf lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Whisk oil, 4 tablespoons cilantro, lime juice, and lime peel in small bowl. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Brush all sides of fish and mango with some of vinaigrette. Reserve remaining vinaigrette. Sprinkle fish and mango with salt, pepper, and cumin seeds. Grill fish without turning until fish is just opaque in center and mango is soft and beginning to brown, about 6 minutes.
  • Overlap 2 lettuce leaves on each of 4 plates. Top with fish and mango. Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



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To satisfy a hungry crowd, serve this tart shrimp salad, courtesy of Joanna Rockwell of San Diego, California, with white or brown rice in place of lettuce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 small white onion, diced small
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus leaves for serving
1 head Bibb or Boston lettuce, leaves separated
2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to skillet and cook until opaque throughout, about 5 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
  • To skillet, add 1 teaspoon oil and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 3 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, and cayenne and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Remove skillet from heat. Add cooked shrimp and toss to combine.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons oil, lime juice, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Divide lettuce among 4 plates. Top with shrimp mixture, carrots, and cilantro leaves. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 bunch cilantro, stems trimmed and discarded
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, (about 2 limes)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place cilantro in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. With machine running, add lime juice, then olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

RED SNAPPER EN PAPILLOTE WITH CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



Red Snapper en Papillote with Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette image

So many of us were warned as children that fish bones could kill you. Yet what a memorable, if not altogether safe, impression an entire fish makes at the table before being skillfully boned. Slipping citrus into the cavity and wrapping the fish in parchment before roasting ensures that its delicate flesh attains a level of succulence and gently infused flavor that it simply cannot achieve any other way.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 whole (2 pounds) red snapper (or substitute black bass or branzino), scaled and cleaned
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 lime, cut into thin rounds
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon minced jalapeno chile
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Make the snapper: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place fish on one side of a 12-by-16-inch piece of parchment. Season cavity with salt and pepper, and arrange lime and 1/2 the garlic. Season outside of fish with salt and pepper. Sprinkle remaining garlic on fish, and drizzle with oil and lime juice.
  • Fold parchment over fish, and seal by making small, tight overlapping folds along edges and ends. Transfer to a baking sheet, and roast until packet puffs and turns light golden, about 20 minutes. Open fish packet carefully. Fish should be opaque in center; if it is not cooked through, reseal parchment and continue roasting.
  • Make the vinaigrette: Puree all of the ingredients in a blender until smooth.
  • Transfer fish to cutting board discarding parchment. Debone if desired, and garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately with vinaigrette on the side.

BEET, WALNUT, WHEAT BERRY SALAD WITH CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE



Beet, Walnut, Wheat Berry Salad With Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette image

This salad can be served as a main dish--it has a combination of grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds to provide complete proteins--or as a side dish. It is a versatile dish, too. You could easily swap out various ingredients to adjust it to your taste. For example, you could swap oranges for limes, rice for wheat berries, lentils for beans, parsley for cilantro, or roasted sweet potatoes for beets.

Provided by jo_mama

Categories     Beans

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 main courses, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups wheat berries
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
15 ounces black beans (or cook your own legumes)
6 beets
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup walnuts
1 cup pumpkin seeds
5 diced scallions
1 diced bunch cilantro (approximately 1 cup after chopping)
2 limes (you'll use the zest and juice)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the wheat berries in salted water until softened and chewy. You can either soak overnight to reduce cooking time; bring to a boil, remove from heat and then let soak a few hours in advance; or bring to a boil and simmer until cooked through. It is important to salt the water when cooking the grains so they absorb the salt and have flavor--but don't over salt!
  • Once the wheat berries are cooked to your desired consistency, drain them and drizzle with the rice wine vinegar (they absorb more flavor now than when they cool).
  • Heat oven to 400°F While the wheat berries are cooking, cut the tops and bottoms off the beets, peel, and cube into 1/2" pieces. In a bowl, toss cubed beets with the 2 tbsp olive oil and salt to taste. Spread evenly on a cooking sheet (preferably lined w/parchment paper for no stick cooking and easy clean-up). Cook beets until they are beginning to caramelize (approximately 30 - 45 minutes). Remove from oven and allow to cool a bit.
  • In a large bowl, add cooked wheat berries, drained beans (or other legume), roasted beets, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, scallions, cilantro, lime zest and juice, and olive oil. Stir well. Taste. Season with more salt, acid (either more citrus juice or vinegar), or oil to bring the flavors in to balance.

HEALTHY CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE DRESSING



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This is a recipe from "Phoenix Home and Gardens Magazine". I like to make it once in a while for a green salad - it's delicious, healthy and so simple to make. Zest the lime a little if you want extra flavor. Adjust the cilantro to your tastes.

Provided by Garlic Chick

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 -2 cloves peeled garlic
1 tablespoon diced shallot
1 lime, juice of
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1 -2 teaspoon honey
1/3 cup grapeseed oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
black pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place all EXCEPT cilantro in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Stir in the chopped cilantro and serve over a fresh salad.

FIREBIRDS CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE DRESSING



Firebirds Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette Dressing image

Categories     Leafy Green     Salad Dressing

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup Cilantro
1 teaspoon Garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Shallots, finely chopped
3/4 cup Lime Juice
2 tablespoons Creole Mustard
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Pepper, Freshly Ground
1 1/2 cups Rice Wine Vinegar
1/2 cup Honey
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1 1/4 cups Vegetable (Salad) Oil

Steps:

  • Gather all ingredients and utensils
  • Chop the cilantro
  • Combine all ingredients except oils in large bowl
  • Using a hand-held/immersion blender, mix until pureed. Use a spatula to scrape the sides often
  • With the immersion blender running, add the oils until emulsified. Blender must be used on medium speed for this recipe and spatula used to keep the sides and bottom of the bowl scraped to incorporate all ingredients fully
  • Use as desired and cover/store remaining in refrigerator for future use (can be stored up to 3 days)

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green

Number Of Ingredients 23

Salad:
Romaine lettuce
Grape tomatoes
Green onions, sliced
Small baby bell peppers - red, yellow or orange, diced
½ cup black beans
12 cup sweet frozen corn, thawed (or canned)
1 - 2 TBSP raw or toasted pumpkin seeds
1 avocado, diced
Cotija Cheese
Tortilla strips for salad
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (recipe below) to taste
In a large salad bowl add chopped lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, avocado, bell peppers, black beans, corn, tortilla strips, pumpkin seeds and cotija cheese. Top the salad with the vinaigrette to taste & serve.
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette:
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup canola oil
1-2 TBSP fresh lime juice
1 TBSP apple cider vinegar OR red wine vinegar
Salt & Pepper to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp. oregano
Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the dressing. Let the flavors mingle for at least 30 minutes before using.
NOTE: You might want to double the dressing if making a large salad.

Steps:

  • Salad: Romaine lettuce Grape tomatoes Green onions, sliced Small baby bell peppers - red, yellow or orange, diced ½ cup black beans 12 cup sweet frozen corn, thawed (or canned) 1 - 2 TBSP raw or toasted pumpkin seeds 1 avocado, diced Cotija Cheese Tortilla strips for salad Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette (recipe below) to taste In a large salad bowl add chopped lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, avocado, bell peppers, black beans, corn, tortilla strips, pumpkin seeds and cotija cheese. Top the salad with the vinaigrette to taste & serve. Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette: 1/2 cup chopped cilantro ¼ cup canola oil 1-2 TBSP fresh lime juice 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar OR red wine vinegar Salt & Pepper to taste 1 clove garlic, minced ½ tsp. oregano Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the dressing. Let the flavors mingle for at least 30 minutes before using. NOTE: You might want to double the dressing if making a large salad.

FIESTA CHICKEN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



FIESTA CHICKEN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Healthy     Lettuce

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

VINAIGRETTE
1/2 Cup chopped shallots
1/4 Cup fresh lime juice
1/4 Cup chopped cilantro
1 Tbls minced garlic
1/2 Cup vegetable oil (or Grapeseed oil)
SALAD
3 Cups thinly sliced red leaf lettuce
3 Cups thinly sliced Napa cabbage
1 Cup diced cooked chicken breast
2 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 avocado, diced
1/3 Cup crumbled tortilla chips
1/4 Cup fresh corn kernels
1/4 Cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
1/4 Cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 Cup crumbled queso anejo or feta cheese

Steps:

  • FOR VINAIGRETTE: Combine first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. FOR SALAD: Combine all ingredients except cheese in large bowl. Toss with vinaigrette. Top with cheese

CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Recipe by Our Best Bites - You'll just need a few ingredients that you may already have on hand--canola oil (olive oil was too strong), rice or white wine vinegar (regular white vinegar would also work), lime juice, sugar, Kosher salt, lots of garlic, and cilantro.

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2-3 juicy limes)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar or 1/4 cup rice vinegar
4 -5 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup roughly chopped cilantro, stems removed

Steps:

  • In the jar of your blender, combine lime juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar. Blend until ingredients are completely combined.
  • With the blender running, add the oil in a steady stream. Add cilantro and blend until the cilantro has broken down but still maintains some of its texture.
  • Serve with greens, on any type of Mexican salad, or use as a marinade.

GREEN SALAD WITH POSOLE AND CREAMY CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad With Posole and Creamy Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette image

Toss crisp lettuce and other veggies with a velvety vinaigrette made with fiber- and protein-rich creamy cannellini beans, chilies, lime, cilantro and hot-pepper sauce.

Provided by cannedfood

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup canned diced green chilis
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup hot water
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 garlic clove, halved
kosher salt, to taste
1 (9 ounce) bag romaine mixed salad greens or 1 lb romaine lettuce, cleaned of damaged leaves, cored, washed, and broken in bite-size pieces
1 small head radicchio, cored and broken in bite-size pieces
36 grape tomatoes, halved
1 (15 ounce) can posole, drained and rinsed (whole hominy)
1 cup shredded carrot
3 scallions, trimmed and sliced (green onions)
1/3 cup canned sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Preparation:
  • To make the dressing purée all of the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Toss the romaine, radicchio, tomatoes, posole, carrot, scallions, and olives in a large salad bowl. Toss with the dressing and serve.
  • Nutritional Information Per Serving:
  • Nutritional Information Per Serving: For Dressing Only: Calories 80; Total fat 2.5g; Saturated fat 0g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 125mg; Carbohydrate 11g; Fiber 3g; Protein 3g; Vitamin A 2%DV*; Vitamin C 6%DV; Folate 12%DV; Calcium 2%DV; Iron 6%DV; Potassium 10%DV.
  • Nutrition Information Per Serving: For Salad with Dressing: Calories 160; Total fat 4.5g; Saturated fat 0.5g; Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 360mg; Carbohydrate 27g; Fiber 7g; Protein 5g; Vitamin A 120%DV; Vitamin C 35%DV; Folate 32%DV; Calcium 6%DV; Iron 15%DV; Potassium 18%DV.
  • * Daily Value.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.2, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 373.7, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 5.5, Protein 5.1

GREEN SALAD WITH POSOLE AND CREAMY CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE



GREEN SALAD WITH POSOLE AND CREAMY CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the Creamy Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette dressing:
1 can (about 15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup canned, diced green chilies
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup hot water
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon hot-pepper sauce
1 clove garlic, halved
Kosher salt, to taste
For the salad:
1 bag (9 ounces each) romaine lettuce mix or 1 pound romaine lettuce, cleaned of damaged leaves, cored, washed, and broken in bite-size pieces
1 small head radicchio, cored and broken in bite-size pieces
36 grape tomatoes, halved
1 can (15 ounces) posole (whole hominy), drained and rinsed
1 cup shredded carrot
3 scallions (green onions), trimmed and sliced
1/3 cup canned, sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • To make the dressing purée all of the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Toss the romaine, radicchio, tomatoes, posole, carrot, scallions, and olives in a large salad bowl. Toss with the dressing and serve.

BLACK BEAN AND SWEET CORN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



BLACK BEAN AND SWEET CORN SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Bean     Citrus     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Avocado     Corn     Healthy     Potluck

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 13

~2 cups black beans or 1 15-oz. can (if canned, rinse and drain)
1-2 ears fresh corn, uncooked, kernals cut off the cob
1 red or green pepper, seeded and diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/8 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
grated zest and juice from 1 lime
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 medium avocado, peeled, pitted, and chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine beans, corn, bell pepper, garlic, scalllions, shallots, salt, cayenne, sugar, oil, lime zest and juice and cilantro. Mix well, cover and chill for a few hours or overnight. Right before serving, add avocado and mix gently. Serve at room temperature

CHOPPED SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



Chopped Salad with Lime-Cilantro Vinaigrette image

A crisp and light summer salad made with iceberg lettuce, fresh spinach, oranges and veggies and topped with a homemade lime-cilantro vinaigrette.

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1 bunch fresh spinach, stems removed, chopped
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup sliced radishes
2 oranges, peeled, sectioned and chopped
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup orange juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In large bowl, toss all salad ingredients, or arrange lettuce and spinach on serving platter and layer carrots, radishes, oranges and pecans on top.
  • In blender, place all vinaigrette ingredients. Cover; blend on high speed until smooth. Drizzle over salad or serve on the side.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Select Fresh Cilantro: Use vibrant, green cilantro leaves for the best flavor and aroma.
  • Balance the Ingredients: Adjust the ratio of lime juice, honey, and olive oil to suit your taste preferences.
  • Use Quality Olive Oil: Choose a flavorful extra virgin olive oil for a richer dressing.
  • Experiment with Different Vine nessunaars: Try using white wine vinegar or rice vinegar for a slightly different flavor profile.
  • Add Garlic and Shallot: For a more complex flavor, add minced garlic and finely chopped shallot to the dressing.
  • Use Freshly Cracked Pepper: Freshly cracked black pepper adds a nice layer of spiciness.
  • Chill before Serving: Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish with Cilantro: Before serving, sprinkle some chopped cilantro leaves on top of the dish for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Crafted with a harmonious blend of zesty lime, refreshing cilantro, and tangy honey, this Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette elevates the flavors of any dish it graces. Whether you're drizzling it over crisp salads, marinating succulent grilled meats, or using it as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables, this versatile dressing adds a burst of brightness and flavor. With its vibrant color, zesty aroma, and delightful taste, this Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Experiment with different flavor variations and find new ways to incorporate this zesty dressing into your culinary creations.

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