Easy Taco Salad Dressing
Elevate your taco night with this creamy and zesty Easy Taco Salad Dressing that's ready in just 5 minutes! Combining the tang of fresh lime juice, the bold flavor of taco seasoning, and just a hint of sweetness, this versatile dressing strikes the perfect balance of rich, tangy, and savory. A touch of optional hot sauce adds customizable spice, while a dash of cumin and garlic powder round out the flavors. Whether you drizzle it over crispy taco salad, use it as a dip for chips, or pair it with your favorite Tex-Mex dishes, this smooth and creamy dressing is guaranteed to become a staple. Quick, easy, and made with pantry staples, it's the ultimate recipe for taco enthusiasts and salad lovers alike!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Honey or sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream using a whisk until smooth and well blended.
Step 2
Add fresh lime juice, taco seasoning, hot sauce (if using), garlic powder, ground cumin, honey (or sugar), salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 3
Whisk the ingredients together until fully combined and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt, lime juice, or taco seasoning if desired.
Step 4
If the dressing is too thick, whisk in water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
Step 5
Transfer the dressing to a mason jar or an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Drizzle over a taco salad, use as a dip for tortilla chips, or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (424.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2012.4 |
| Total Fat 195.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 292.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2756.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.0g | |
| Protein 4.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 171.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 69.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories