Creamy Lime & Jalapeno Ranch Dressing
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This simple and tangy jalapeño ranch dressing is super easy to make and adds a creamy, zesty kick to just about anything. With a splash of lime and just the right amount of heat, it’s perfect as a dip for veggies or chips, or drizzled over tacos, salads, or wraps.
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Sometimes I like this jalapeño ranch dressing a little thinner, especially for drizzling over salads or grain bowls. A quick splash of water or buttermilk does the trick. And when I’m in the mood for more of a spicy kick, I’ll stir in a bit of jalapeño juice from the jar—just enough to turn up the heat without overpowering the creamy lime flavor.
I’m always keeping a few homemade dressings on rotation, and this one fits right in with my favorites. My Honey Chipotle Salad Dressing adds a smoky-sweet twist to grilled veggies and chicken, while the Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette brings a bright punch to any salad. And for something cool and herby, the Mint Yogurt Sauce with Cilantro and Lemon is always a refreshing choice.
A Quick Peek At The Ingredients
Get the full list of ingredients and amounts needed for this recipe in the recipe card below.
Step-By-Step Made Simple
For this Jalapeno Dressing you can blend the ingredients in either a food processor or a blender. It is important to make sure that the cilantro though is pre-chopped and the jalapeno pre-sliced. When I testing this recipe, I tossed them in whole and the cilantro leaves got all wrapped around the blade and the jalapenos didn’t not blend as well. It was an absolute fail. So definitely take the extra minute to pre-chop!
When blending, I find using the pulse option the best method. This way I can scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor so that the blades have enough to really to work with and really blend up the ingredients well.
Leftovers? No Problem!
This recipe makes only about a cup of dressing but I find it is enough to get two salads out of it usually. I store the leftovers in a tightly sealed container and it lasts for a good two weeks in the fridge.
The ingredients may separate over time, so if this happens, mix the salad dressing up again with a spoon before using.
Creamy Lime & Jalapeno Ranch Dressing
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 fresh jalapeno
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Nutrition
Notes
- Add more water if you desire a thinner consistency
- Buttermilk or jalapeno juice can also be used to thin out this dressing if desired. Jalapeno juice will add heat and also acidity so use sparingly.
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
