Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing
Transform your salads, tacos, and more with the zesty, flavorful goodness of Cafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo Dressing! This quick and easy homemade dressing combines tangy tomatillos, fresh cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño for a bold, Southwestern-inspired taste. Blended with creamy mayonnaise, rich buttermilk, and a hint of lime, it’s perfectly balanced and irresistibly smooth. Enhanced by a touch of ranch seasoning and a pinch of sugar, this versatile dressing takes just 10 minutes to prepare and delivers maximum flavor. Whether drizzled over greens, used as a dipping sauce, or spooned over burrito bowls, this chilled dressing is your new kitchen essential. Make a batch today and savor its vibrant, fresh taste all week long!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 0.75 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 Tomatillos, husked and quartered
- 1 tablespoon Ranch dressing mix (dry packet)
- 1 Jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Add mayonnaise, buttermilk, and ranch dressing mix to a blender or food processor.
Step 2
Toss in the fresh cilantro, tomatillos, diced jalapeño, lime juice, minced garlic, sugar, and salt.
Step 3
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 4
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed, such as adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preference.
Step 5
Pour the dressing into an airtight container or a jar with a lid.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. The dressing can be served immediately but tastes best after chilling.
Step 7
Serve as a salad dressing, taco topping, or dipping sauce. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (666.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1938.8 |
| Total Fat 179.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 248.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1517.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.9g | |
| Protein 7.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 184.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 890.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories