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    Home » Dips, Dressings, and Sauces » Tex Mex Dressing

    Tex Mex Dressing

    Published: Apr 1, 2019 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Sep 21, 2022 · 588 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article.

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    Keep this Tex Mex Dressing recipe in your back pocket for the next time you need a salad dressing that is easy to make but still flavor-packed. With just four ingredients, this ridiculously easy recipe comes together in a flash. The whole family will love this one.

    Tex Mex dressing in a small glass jar with a spoon it is and cilantro on top and scattered around it.

    When You Need an Easy Keto Dressing, This Tex Mex Dressing is Perfect!

    Anyone who knows me well knows that I have a weird obsession with salads.

    I can't quite pinpoint when it started, but it was definitely not in my teens or even my 20's.

    Truth be told, I didn't have much of a relationship with vegetables at all in my 20's.

    Part of it was being on my own and rebelling against all those vegetables that were forced on me as a child.

    At some point in my early 30's, my attitude shifted.

    I started craving salads. Everyday.

    Weekend mornings were spent at farmer's markets or Whole Foods. Not because they had to be, but because that was where I wanted to be.

    (It is a family joke to this day how much I enjoy shopping for vegetables.)

    When this first started, I went with the only salad dressing I knew: Ranch Dressing.

    Over time, I realized that homemade dressings are best in terms of both taste and quality of ingredients.

    Have you ever read a salad dressing label?!

    YIKES! (There are a few brands I will use but not many!)

    I am a sucker for vinaigrettes, but sometimes I'm not in the mood to pull out the blender, or mince garlic.

    Even when I'm feeling lazy, I am not willing to sacrifice on taste.

    This Tex Mex Dressing is crazy-easy to make but still delivers on flavor.

    My favorite way to enjoy it is on a taco salad, but really - anything goes.

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    Tools Needed to Make This Recipe:

    • Bowl and Whisk or Blender

    Frequently Asked Questions

    I don't have Southwestern seasoning. What can I use instead?

    You have several options. I like to make my own, so that I know the blend doesn't have any fillers in it. This is a good recipe. (Having spice blends on hand is a great way to save time. Just don't forget to label it!) If you are short on time, just use ¼ teaspoon each of smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder and coriander.

    How long will this last in the refrigerator?

    This will last for up to a week in the refrigerator. If any separation occurs, simply whisk again. (Or if you store it in a mason jar like I do give it a good shake.)

    Overhead photo of Tex Mex Dressing in a small glass jar with cilantro in it and cherry tomatoes next to it.

    Variations for This Southwestern Dressing:

    • Add 1 teaspoon minced garlic.
    • Omit sour cream; use Greek yogurt instead. (This will alter the carb content so be sure to recalculate if you are tracking macros.)
    • Add the zest and juice of 1 lime.
    • For an extra kick, add ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon chipotle chili powder.

    If You Like This Recipe You May Also Like:

    • Keto Ranch Dressing
    • Keto Marinara
    • Keto BBQ Sauce
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    Tex Mex Dressing

    Tex Mex dressing in a small glass jar with a spoon it is and cilantro on top and scattered around it.
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    5 from 1 vote

    Tex Mex Dressing

    With just four ingredients, this easy salad dressing comes together in a flash.  It keeps perfectly for lunches all week, making your meal prep a snap.
    Prep Time7 mins
    Total Time7 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American, Mexican
    Keyword: tangy
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 47.83kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified sales.

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup salsa
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon Southwestern seasoning
    • Salt and Pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    • Gather your ingredients.
      Salad dressing ingredients: seasonings, sour cream, olive oil.
    • Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.  Alternatively, you can whisk the ingredients together in a small bowl.
      Overhead photo of salad dressing ingredients combined together in a small white bowl with cilantro scattered near it.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 47.83kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.93g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 4.94g | Saturated Fat: 1.32g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.44g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.92g | Cholesterol: 3.74mg | Sodium: 63.16mg | Potassium: 36.48mg | Fiber: 0.25g | Sugar: 0.54g | Vitamin A: 88.03IU | Vitamin C: 0.23mg | Calcium: 14.37mg | Iron: 0.16mg

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    1. Fitoru Keto

      February 06, 2020 at 8:43 am

      5 stars
      My wife made this one last weekend and it was so good. Thanks a lot for sharing!

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