Mexican Low Fat Green Chili Salad Dressing
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1 cup
Description:
This zesty Mexican-inspired dressing adds a delightful tang to your salads and veggies. Bursting with flavor from diced green chilies, lime juice, cilantro, and garlic, it’s a perfect complement to your lunch or snack. Quick and easy to whip up, this dressing requires no cooking, making it a hassle-free addition to your meals. Just don’t forget to chill it for a few hours to let the flavors meld together beautifully.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Diced green chilies |
| 1/3 | Cup lime juice |
| 1/4 | Cup water |
| 1/4 | Cup cilantro |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 1 | Jalapeno (optional) |
| 1 1/2 | Tablespoons sugar |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 82.9
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1345.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 11.8g
- Protein: 2g
Instructions:
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In a blender or food processor, add the diced green chilies, lime juice, water, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno (if using), and sugar.
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Puree the ingredients until smooth, ensuring there are just a few specks of the contents visible. This will give your dressing a delightful texture.
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Transfer the dressing to a container with a tight-fitting lid.
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Refrigerate the dressing for about 3 hours before using. Chilling it allows the flavors to meld together, enhancing its taste.
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Once chilled, give the dressing a good stir before drizzling it over your favorite salads or veggies.
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Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!
Tips:
- For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the jalapeno or add more diced green chilies.
- Adjust the sugar according to your taste preference. You can add more for a sweeter dressing or omit it for a tangier flavor.
- Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Shake well before each use to redistribute the ingredients and maintain the consistency.
