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    June 5, 2021

    Honey Lime Dressing

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    Honey lime dressing is perfect for anything from a fresh fruit salad to grain bowls to homemade brussels sprouts slaw to savory salads. It's a light and refreshing tangy dressing full of fresh flavor. Homemade dressing is one of the easy ways to improve your nutrient intake (and increase your intake of leafy greens!) while adding so much flavor to your traditional meals, and this honey lime vinaigrette recipe is no exception.

    This honey lime dressing is a win in the flavor department and an easy way to elevate any protein as a marinade, side dish, or favorite salads you and your family have. There are so many great options when it comes to how to use this simple dressing recipe!

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    a jar of honey lime dressing on a cutting board with a cup of honey and lime wedges in front of it and more limes and a linen behind it.
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    • How to Make Honey Lime Dressing
    • Variations & Substitutions
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    • Honey Lime Dressing

    Equipment

    • Medium bowl, liquid measuring cup, or mason jar - I love using a mason jar or liquid measuring cup to mix this salad dressing recipe in because it makes it super easy to pour over whatever salad or food you want to top with it!
    • Whisk (optional) - this will ensure even mixing of all of the ingredients if you aren't shaking in a mason jar.

    Ingredients

    Full ingredients, measurements, and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    honey lime dressing ingredients
    • Extra virigin olive oil (EVOO) - EVOO has such a robust flavor compared to other oils, and even regular olive oil. It's my go-to oil for make homemade salad dressing because of the flavor profile. You can use other oils but I highly recommend EVOO!
    • Apple cider vinegar - any delicious salad dressing will have some sort of vinegar to add a tangy bite! You can use any neutral vinegar like white wine, white balsamic, or champagne. Regular balsamic may change the flavor slightly!
    • Fresh lime juice - a crucial ingredient! Using fresh limes is one of the most important part of this recipe if you really want that bright and tangy fresh flavor. You can use store-bought lime juice but fresh is definitely preferred! You can even add a few dashes from fresh lime zest for even more lime flavor.
    • Honey - I love using honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness in this honey lime dressing recipe.
    • Seasonings - garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper add a variety of flavors.

    How to Make Honey Lime Dressing

    a mason jar of honey lime dressing.

    Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl, liquid measuring cup, or mason jar. Whisk or shake until fully combined. Pour over salad, fruit, meat, etc. of choice!

    Variations & Substitutions

    • Adding fresh herbs, like fresh mint and cilantro, will add amazing flavor to this dressing.
    • Using different vinegars will also subtly change the flavor of the recipe, depending on what vibe you're going for.
    • I'm a big fan of chopping up fresh garlic cloves and shallots to throw into this dressing if I have them on hand.
    honey lime dressing on a cutting board with a small dish of honey and lime wedges in front of it. a jar of limes in the background.

    Serving

    • Some of my favorite uses for this honey lime dressing are:
      • Drizzling on top of tropical fruit like mango and pineapple
      • On a watermelon cucumber salad with feta cheese
      • With a southwest black bean salad made with black beans, red onion, red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, fire roasted corn, and cilantro
      • Drizzling on a grain bowl or quinoa salad
      • As a marinade for steak, chicken, salmon, and/or shrimp
    • I love making this tangy honey lime dressing in a mason jar so I can shake it up before using and simply pour over whatever we're having it on!

    Storage & Making Ahead

    • Store this dressing in an airtight container (like a mason jar) in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
    • This dressing is honestly better the next day, after all of the flavors have melded together. The EVOO may harden in the refrigerator, so I recommend leaving it out at room temperature a few hours before using or pop in the microwave for 30-45 seconds to melt the oil for best results!
    a jar of honey lime dressing on a cutting board with a small dish of honey. a salad, linen, lime wedges, and jar of limes are around the dressing.

    Recipe FAQ

    Do I need high quality extra virgin olive oil?

    Yes! We are sticklers for using high quality ingredients whenever we can and this is a big one. A good EVOO will be dark in color and have a robust flavor.

    The dressing solidified in the fridge. How do I fix this?

    This can happen with keeping oils in the fridge. Simply leave it on the counter for ~15-30 minutes and mix before using!

    How does this recipe compare to store-bought dressing?

    It's muchhhh better! Store-bought dressings can have preservatives and other ingredients that affect the taste and even mouthfeel. We strongly prefer homemade dressings just because they taste better!

    I don't have honey - what can I use instead?

    Not a problem! You can use real maple syrup, agave, plain sugar, or omit the added sweetness altogether! Note that if you use granulated sugar, it may take some time to dissolve.

    What is the secret to a good salad dressing?

    The secret to a good salad dressing is using fresh, high quality ingredients. Homemade salad dressings are easy to make and definitely worth it! I love using fresh citrus juices, high quality extra virgin olive oil, vinegars, fresh/dried herbs and other seasonings.

    How many calories are in a honey lime vinaigrette?

    Two Tablespoons of this honey lime vinaigrette have 82 calories, assuming the recipe is followed as-is.

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    • Broccoli and Brussels Sprouts Slaw with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
    • Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad

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    Honey Lime Dressing

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    Honey lime dressing is perfect for anything from a fresh fruit salad to grain bowls to homemade brussels sprouts slaw to savory salads. It's a light and refreshing tangy dressing full of fresh flavor.

    • Author: Lauren
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 2.5 cups 1x
    • Category: Dressings, Salads
    • Method: Mixing
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 ½ cups (324g) high quality extra virgin olive oil
    • ⅓ cup (117g) honey
    • ⅓ cup (86g) fresh lime juice
    • ¼ cup (56g) apple cider vinegar
    • 2 Tablespoons salt
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions

    1. Pour ingredients into a large mixing bowl, liquid measuring cup, or mason jar.
    2. Whisk, blend, or shake until fully combined.
    3. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Store this dressing in an airtight container (like a mason jar) in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
    • Some of my favorite uses for this honey lime dressing are:
      • Drizzling on top of tropical fruit like mango and pineapple
      • On a watermelon cucumber salad with feta cheese
      • With a southwest black bean salad made with black beans, red onion, red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, fire roasted corn, and cilantro
      • Drizzling on a grain bowl or quinoa salad
      • As a marinade for steak, chicken, salmon, and/or shrimp
    • This dressing is honestly better the next day, after all of the flavors have melded together. The EVOO may harden in the refrigerator, so I recommend leaving it out at room temperature a few hours before using or pop in the microwave for 30-45 seconds to melt the oil for best results!
    • I love making this tangy honey lime dressing in a mason jar so I can shake it up before using and simply pour over whatever we're having it on!
    • Adding fresh herbs, like fresh mint and cilantro, will add amazing flavor to this dressing.
    • Using different vinegars will also subtly change the flavor of the recipe, depending on what vibe you're going for.
    • I'm a big fan of chopping up fresh garlic cloves and shallots to throw into this dressing if I have them on hand.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 2 Tbsp
    • Calories: 82
    • Sugar: 2
    • Sodium: 351
    • Fat: 8
    • Saturated Fat: 1
    • Unsaturated Fat: 7
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 3
    • Fiber: 0
    • Protein: 0
    • Cholesterol: 0

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