Picante Dressing

This vibrant Picante Dressing brings together the bright acidity of fresh lime juice with the smoky warmth of cumin and a gentle kick of coarse black pepper. Perfect for tossing with crisp iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and salty black olives, it transforms a simple salad into a refreshing Mexican-inspired meal. The combination of fresh cilantro and garlic salt adds depth and aroma, while the creamy texture of the dressing coats every bite. It is an easy, no-cook recipe that comes together in minutes using pantry staples. Ideal for summer barbecues, light weeknight dinners, or as a bold topping for grilled chicken and fish.

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Calories: 239.9

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Picante Dressing brings together the bright acidity of fresh lime juice with the smoky warmth of cumin and a gentle kick of coarse black pepper. Perfect for tossing with crisp iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and salty black olives, it transforms a simple salad into a refreshing Mexican-inspired meal. The combination of fresh cilantro and garlic salt adds depth and aroma, while the creamy texture of the dressing coats every bite. It is an easy, no-cook recipe that comes together in minutes using pantry staples. Ideal for summer barbecues, light weeknight dinners, or as a bold topping for grilled chicken and fish.

Ingredients

3/4 pound Top sirloin, 1" thick
1/4 cup Lime juice, fresh
1 can Black olives, ripe (2 1/2 oz), sliced
1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon Garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon Cumin, ground
1/4 cup Red onion rings, sliced
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper, coarse
2 tablespoon Cilantro, chopped
3/4 cup Rice, long-grain
1/2 head Lettuce, iceberg, shredded

Directions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, garlic salt, ground cumin, and coarse black pepper until well combined.
2
Stir in the chopped cilantro and sliced black olives to create the picante dressing base.
3
In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded iceberg lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion rings.
4
Pour the picante dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until evenly coated.
5
Serve immediately alongside cooked long-grain rice and seared top sirloin if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 239.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.3g10%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 63.0mg21%
Sodium 49.6mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 14.7g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 26.2g53%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: picante, dressing, mexican, lime, cilantro, salad, vinaigrette, spicy, vegan, easy, quick, fresh, olive, tomato, lettuce, cumin, garlic, onion, zesty, healthy

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