Best 2 Creamy Picante Dressing Recipes

Creamy picante dressing, a staple of Mexican cuisine, adds an irresistible kick of flavor to dishes with its tantalizing blend of creamy and spicy elements. Whether you’re enhancing a taco salad, topping off a burrito bowl, or marinating grilled chicken, this versatile dressing elevates any meal with its zesty and slightly tangy profile. With the right ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can effortlessly whip up a homemade creamy picante dressing that rivals the store-bought kind, allowing you to enjoy a flavorful, restaurant-quality dressing at home.

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PICANTE JíCAMA AND ROASTED CARROT SALAD WITH CREAMY BASIL DRESSING

Picante Jícama and Roasted Carrot Salad with Creamy Basil Dressing image

Provided by Jesus Gonzalez

Categories Citrus Fruit Nut Vegetable Roast Vegetarian Basil Carrot Healthy

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

nonstick cooking spray
16 small carrots, trimmed, or 8 large carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
1/2 cup (2 1/2 ounces) pine nuts
1 small jicama*, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks (about 1 1/3 cups)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice (from about 1 medium lemon or 2 medium limes)
2 teaspoons mild chile powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
4 cups mixed baby greens
8 leaves Belgian endive, radicchio, or red leaf lettuce (from 1 head)
8 orange slices, peeled and seeded
4 fresh figs, sliced in half (optional)
1/4 cup creamy basil dressing
*Use a paring knife, rather than a peeler, to peel the jicama, and be sure to remove the tough, fibrous flesh just below the skin.

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Spread carrots on sheet, then very lightly spray carrots. Roast until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool.
In dry skillet over moderate heat, toast pine nuts, stirring constantly, until fragrant and light golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Immediately transfer to plate and let cool.
In small bowl, toss jicama with lemon or lime juice, chile powder, and cayenne, if using.
To serve, divide mixed baby greens among 4 salad plates and top each with 4 carrots. Mound 1/3 cup jicama atop each portion. Sprinkle each salad with 2 tablespoons pine nuts and garnish each plate with 2 endive, radicchio, or red-leaf lettuce leaves; 2 orange slices; and 2 fig halves, if using. Drizzle 1 tablespoon basil dressing over each salad and serve immediately.

CREAMY PICANTE DRESSING

Creamy Picante Dressing image

This is great as a dip for shrimp or fries, a topping for baked potatoes, or a dressing for a salad. From an old, wrinkled magazine clipping...

Provided by loof751

Categories Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/2 cup sour cream (light is ok)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (light is ok)
1/2 cup picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Serve chilled.

Tips:

Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. If tomatoes are not in season, you can use canned tomatoes. Be sure to drain them well before using.
To make a spicier dressing, use more picante sauce. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
For a creamier dressing, use more sour cream or mayonnaise. You can also add a little bit of milk or cream.
If you don't have any cilantro on hand, you can use parsley instead.
This dressing can be used on salads, tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes.

Conclusion:

Creamy picante dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dressing, give creamy picante dressing a try.

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