Sonoran Salad Dressing

Zesty, vibrant, and packed with bold Southwestern flavors, Sonoran Salad Dressing is the perfect way to elevate any salad or drizzle over grilled vegetables and proteins. This quick and easy recipe combines the richness of olive oil with the tang of fresh orange and lime juice, balanced with a touch of honey and apple cider vinegar. Earthy spices like cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder add depth, while fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño provide a punch of freshness and heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing celebrates the flavors of the Sonoran region and can be stored for up to a week, making it a must-have for meal prep and entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Minced fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Diced jalapeño (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, fresh orange juice, and fresh lime juice.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar and honey to the mixture, stirring or shaking well to blend.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir or shake thoroughly to combine all the spices evenly.

Step 4

Stir in the minced fresh cilantro, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dressing.

Step 5

If desired, add the diced jalapeño for extra heat. Mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust for seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, lime juice, or honey to balance the flavors.

Step 7

Store in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or stir before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(186.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1051.7

Total Fat 112.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1208.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 1.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 23.0mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 162.0mg	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: 96.2%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 3.4%