Citrus Lime Vinaigrette
Citrus lime vinaigrette is made from freshly squeezed oranges and limes along with chopped cilantro, finely diced jalapeno, olive oil, salt and pepper. It’s a vinaigrette recipe that’s spicy and sweet, tangy and tart. In other words, it’s packed with a whole lot of flavor!
This citrus lime vinaigrette will give any salad recipe and extra punch of flavor and I love it on my Pulled Pork, Cabbage and Arugula Salad.
Vinaigrette Recipe with a Kick
This citrus lime vinagrette definitely has a little kick, thanks to the cilantro and jalapeno. For those of you who love Mexican food, you’ll love this vinaigrette as it has spicy flavors typically found in Mexican recipes, like my Guacamole, Carne Asada or Citrus Shrimp Ceviche.
Tips for Using Jalapeno Peppers
Jalapeno pepper, a type of chili pepper, can range from mild to hot depending on what type of cultivar they are. But most of the capsaicin and spicy heat is concentrated in the light colored membrane and seeds.
- For less heat, remove the membrane and seeds before dicing
- For more heat, add some of the seeds back into the recipe
Either way, always be careful about handling jalapeno peppers and never touch your face or eyes as it will immediately burn. The oil from the jalapeno pepper can remain on your hands even after washing with soap and water.
How To Make Citrus Lime Vinaigrette
This citrus lime vinaigrette is easy to make. Just add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and whisk together! You can store it in the fridge for up to a week and if it starts to separate, just give it another shake before using.
For More Vinaigrette Recipes and Dressings
- Dijon Vinaigrette
- Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- Lemon Vinaigrette
- Champagne Vinaigrette
- Greek Salad Dressing
- Lemon Tahini Dressing
Citrus Lime Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 orange, juiced
- 3 limes, juiced
- 2 tsp jalapeno pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and whisk together.
Hi Lisa….! I do enjoy your delicious recipes! I’m doing the carnitas recipe in my crock pot for this weekend. I’ll accompany that with cilantro rice and that cilantro-lime crema, with my Greek yogurt version. I was wondering if you can please put a recipe together for GINGER-SESAME DRESSING? I love that recipe. Nordstrom’s restaurant sells a good one. There’s also a good one sold by one of my favorite restaurants…. but I’d like to make my own! I’d greatly appreciate it!!!
I will definitely keep that in mind for a future recipe! But glad you enjoyed the citrus lime vinaigrette and lime crema :)
I made this dressing for the pulled pork, cabbage and arugula salad and it was just delicious. So easy and always nice to change the flavors of what I usually eat. Thanks Lisa for the inspiration!
This looks so light, refreshing, and delicious! Can’t wait to try!!
You’re gonna love this one Christie :)
This dressing is so tasty! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Of course! I hope you enjoy this fresh vinaigrette over your salads :)
Fabulous vinaigrette, fantastic shots and easy steps to follow – doesn’t it sould like the perfect recipe?! :-)
Thanks Danielle! It’ll give your salad the perfect zest and brightness.
Homemade salad dressings are the best! This one sounds delicious. :)
Couldn’t agree more! So simple to make :)
Hi Lisa, great recipe! Will be trying it tonight ;)
Can you just advise on storing it. How long can I keep this for?
Love all your recipes!! Your chia seed pudding recipes are my hubby’s favorites. Always a hit!!
Thanks for sharing amazing things ;)
Hi Carol – Can’t wait for you to try this! You can store this vinaigrette in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in the fridge if stored properly :)
What can I use instead of the hot peppers. I am not a fan of hot ?
You could add sweet bell pepper. :)
This was sensational Lisa! I went to the higher end of the jalapeno range with seeds…….. fantastic!
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it Wendy. And love that you really spiced it up!! x
Thank you! I can’t wait to try this one. I already use several of your salad dressings and love them!
Awesome! I’m happy you love all my dressings Lisa. I definitely have a preference toward vinaigrette recipes. ;)