Picante Tomato Dressing

Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables with this zesty Picante Tomato Dressing! Bursting with the bold flavors of fresh tomatoes, smoky cumin, and a spicy kick from jalapeño, this vibrant dressing is perfect for those who love a tangy, slightly sweet, and piquant twist. Blended with red bell pepper, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, it achieves a balanced depth of flavor, while fresh cilantro adds a herbaceous finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook recipe effortlessly delivers a smooth, creamy texture that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Ideal for healthy meal prep, this dressing stores beautifully, making it a flavorful go-to for busy weeknights.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium Fresh tomatoes
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 small Jalapeño pepper
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash and roughly chop the tomatoes, red bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño for a milder dressing, if preferred.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 3

Add the chopped tomatoes, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic to a blender or food processor.

Step 4

Pour in the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey.

Step 5

Add the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender.

Step 6

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender if necessary.

Step 7

Chop the fresh cilantro finely and either stir it into the blended dressing or blend it for a few seconds for an incorporated flavor.

Step 8

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with more salt, honey, or vinegar as needed.

Step 9

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(514.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	683.0

Total Fat 57.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1254.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 4.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 77.9mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 967.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.8%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 22.6%