Chipotle Honey Lime Dressing Recipe
Simple to make and the perfect way to add a punch to any salad or marinade! Chipotle honey lime dressing pairs great with any Mexican or Tex-Mex style salad and is a close copycat of the Chipotle restaurant's vinaigrette.
How to Make the Best Chipotle Honey Lime Dressing
This chipotle honey lime dressing is a copycat version of the famous Chipotle restaurant vinaigrette, and it’s surprisingly easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients—chipotle peppers in adobo, honey, lime juice, and garlic—you can create a restaurant-quality dressing that brings authentic Mexican flavors to any salad or marinade.
Why You’ll Love This Dressing
The beauty of this dressing is its perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and acidity. The smoky chipotle peppers are mellowed by honey, brightened by lime juice, and elevated with warm spices like cumin and oregano. It’s versatile enough to use as a salad dressing, a marinade for proteins, or even a dip for roasted vegetables.
Tips for Perfect Emulsification
The key to a silky-smooth dressing is proper blending. The oil needs to emulsify completely with the vinegar and other ingredients for the best texture. Start with a high-speed blender or food processor, and don’t skimp on the blending time—you’ll notice the dressing thicken and lighten in color as the ingredients properly combine. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can always add a splash of water, but the creamy, thickened version is closest to what you’d get at Chipotle.
Chipotle Honey Lime Dressing
Simple to make and the perfect way to add a punch to any salad or marinade! Chipotle honey lime dressing pairs great with any Mexican or Tex-Mex style salad and is a close copycat of the Chipotle restaurant's vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Dressing
Instructions
Dressing
- Combine all the ingredients in a jar, a high-sided container like a large measuring cup if using a hand/immersion blender, or use a traditional countertop blender. If using a food processor, add the garlic and peppers first and give them a few pulses to roughly chop before adding the remaining ingredients.
- Blend all the ingredients at high speed until the oil emulsifies and blends into the other ingredients. The dressing will thicken slightly and be pale in color.
- Transfer to a dressing container for easy pouring and storage. Store in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- This dressing pairs perfectly with Mexican and Tex-Mex salads.
- Serving size is 2 tablespoons per serving.