Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Over the weekend we had some great friends throw us a going away party.  It was so much fun to get to hang out with everyone before we move.  I had to convince them to let me help with the food.   It is after all, kind of what I do!  In the end I was “allowed” to bring a salad and/or an appetizer.  Well, if you know me, you know I can’t just stop at one!  Stay tuned next week for the Appetizer, it was a good one!

Earlier in the week I had seen a Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette on Pinterest.  I pinned it immediately, because that is a flavor combination that I love.   This was the perfect excuse to try this dressing.   I was so excited that it was just as good as I hoped it would be.  Unfortunately, I didn’t get a picture of the actual salad I made.  It was lettuce topped with Corn, Tomatoes, Avocado, and Crispy Tortilla Strips.  This dressing was perfect for it.  I was asked for the recipe from a couple people, which is how I know if it really was a success. 

The recipe makes a lot of dressing.  I used some of the leftover dressing as a marinade for turkey cutlets the next night, which was also delicious!  I am going to have to make some more of this soon!  Enjoy!

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Recipe from Our Best Bites

Printable Recipe

¼ cup lime juice

¼ cup white wine vinegar

5 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp. Kosher

2 tsp sugar
1 c. canola oil
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped

In a blender or food processor, combine lime juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar. Blend until well combined.  With the food processor running, add in a slow stream of oil.  Pulse in the cilantro.   You want the cilantro to be well blended, but still be able to see plenty of flecks.  Store in the fridge.  Shake or stir well before serving.