Difficulty Medium
Cook Time 0 min
Heat Spicy 🔥
Elevate your salads with this zesty Southwest salad dressing, bursting with flavor from creamy Greek yogurt, smoky chipotle peppers, and tangy lime juice. Each spoonful is a harmonious blend of spices, including chili powder and garlic powder, creating a deliciously bold kick that's perfect for drizzling over crisp greens. It's not just a dressing; it's a flavor explosion that will transform your salads into something truly unforgettable!
✨ AI Summary Step-by-Step Cooking Guide Ingredients 1 cup Greek yogurt (or ½ cup mayo and ½ cup sour cream) 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from the can 2 tablespoons Chipotle Cholula hot sauce 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon smoked paprika ¼ teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon honey or finely grated apple (for sweetness) Directions 1 In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt (or mayo and sour cream) with the chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and Cholula hot sauce. 2 Add the minced jalapeño, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine. 3 Mix in all the dry spices: chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin. 4 Stir in the honey or grated apple to balance the heat with a touch of sweetness. 5 Taste and adjust seasoning — add more lime juice for tang, hot sauce for heat, or honey for sweetness. 6 Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors marry together. Keeps in the fridge for up to a week.
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