Craving a flavorful and zesty dressing to enhance your culinary creations? Look no further than the delightful Mexican vinaigrette! This versatile condiment seamlessly blends the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the tangy freshness of a classic vinaigrette. Its unique combination of ingredients, including zesty lime juice, aromatic cilantro, and a touch of heat from chiles, elevates any dish to new heights. Whether you're drizzling it over crisp salads, grilled meats, or fresh seafood, Mexican vinaigrette adds an irresistible pop of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. So, let's dive into the world of Mexican vinaigrette and explore its vibrant flavors, easy preparation, and endless culinary possibilities!
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MEXICAN COLESLAW WITH SPICY LIME VINAIGRETTE
A combination of Kalyn's Kitchen's Spicy Mexican Slaw and few adaptions of mine to eliminate the mayo in the dressing.
Provided by princessmommie
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 1 1/2 c, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Thinly slice cabbage. Slice green onions, and wash, dry and chop cilantro. Combine cabbage, green onions and cilantro in large salad bowl.
- Process lime juice through chipotle in adobo sauce, if desired, in a blender until blended.
- Mix dressing into cabbage mixture. Season to taste with pepper and serve immediately, or chill for a few hours.
- This salad will keep well overnight in the refrigerator, but the lime juice will cause the red cabbage to bleed color and turn the salad slightly pink.
MEXICAN CHOPPED SALAD WITH TOASTED CUMIN VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat a stove-top grill pan or griddle with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat to preheat.
- Place corn on hot pan and cook 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown on all sides, turning frequently. Remove from heat and cool. When cool enough to handle, slice kernels from cob. Transfer kernels to a large bowl and add chicken, beans, cheese, olives, tomatoes, apple, jalapenos, and cilantro. Toss to combine.
- For the dressing: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and cook 1 minute, or until fragrant. Remove from heat and whisk in vinegar. Add dressing to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
MEXICAN RICE, BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD WITH SALSA VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Prepare rice according to package directions. Let cool. In medium bowl, combine all salsa ingredients and mix well. Combine all remaining ingredients with cooled rice then toss with vinaigrette. Chill for 2 hours before serving.
MUSSELS WITH MEXICAN VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey
Categories quick, appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pull off and discard the stringy beard from the mussels. Scrub the mussels as necessary and drain them well.
- Put the mussels in a kettle and add the water. Cover closely and bring to the boil. Cook four or five minutes or until all the mussels are open. Drain. Discard the cooking liquid or put it to another use.
- Pull the mussels from the shells and save both the mussels and half the shells. Return one mussel to each shell and arrange them on a plate. Spoon an equal portion of the vinaigrette sauce over each. Sprinkle the mussels with coriander. Garnish the platter with lime wedges.
MEXICAN VINAIGRETTE SAUCE
Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey
Categories easy, condiments, sauces and gravies
Time 5m
Yield 0 2/3 cup
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the lime juice in a small mixing bowl and whisk in the oil. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to blend.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 284, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 205 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
MEXICAN VINAIGRETTE
A delicious homemade vinaigrette to dress up greens and any other vegetables you wish to add. This stores well in the fridge but let it come to room temp before serving.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- If not serving immediately, leave the dressing in the blender or processor until ready to serve, then pulse it a bit to re-combine and transfer to a serving container.
MEXICAN CHOPPED SALAD WITH TOASTED CUMIN VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Heat a stove-top grill pan or griddle with cooking spray or outdoor grill to medium-high heat to preheat. Place corn on hot pan or grill and cook 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown on all sides, turning frequently. Remove from heat and cool. When cool enough to handle, slice kernels from cob. Transfer kernels to a large bowl and add chicken, beans, cheese, olives, tomatoes, apple, jalapenos, and cilantro. Toss to combine. For the dressing: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and cook 1 minute, or until fragrant. Remove from heat and whisk in vinegar. Add dressing to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Tips for Making the Best Mexican Vinaigrette
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your vinaigrette.
- Use a variety of citrus juices. Mexican vinaigrettes typically use a combination of lime, orange, and grapefruit juices. This gives them a bright, complex flavor.
- Add some herbs and spices. Herbs like cilantro and oregano are commonly used in Mexican vinaigrettes. Spices like chili powder and cumin can also add a nice touch.
- Use a good quality olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for Mexican vinaigrettes. It has a rich, fruity flavor that will complement the other ingredients.
- Let the vinaigrette rest before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
- Use the vinaigrette on a variety of dishes. Mexican vinaigrettes are great on salads, tacos, burritos, and grilled meats.
Conclusion
Mexican vinaigrettes are a delicious and versatile way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new way to dress up your food, give Mexican vinaigrette a try.
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