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    Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing {Cafe Rio CopyCat}

    By Heather · Published: Mar 31, 2015 · Updated: Jul 17, 2019 · This post may contain affiliate links · See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

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    Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing, just Like Cafe Rio! There are very few things I'd pour over my cereal, but this dressing is so good you'll want to put it on EVERYTHING!

    There are very few things in my fridge that I would pour on my cereal besides milk and this dressing is so good I might consider it.

    I'm kidding, that would be gross.

    All joking aside though, this is my ALL TIME FAVORITE dressing like, EVER. It was love at first bite some 13 years ago when I had my first Cafe Rio Salad and I've been smitten ever since. It's creamy, tangy, kicky, fresh and tastes good on just about everything. I will say that if you have an aversion to cilantro you should stay far, far away but if you're looking at a recipe for Cilantro Lime Dressing I'm going to guess that's not an issue for you.

    Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing, just Like Cafe Rio! There are very few things I'd pour over my cereal, but this dressing is so good you'll want to put it on EVERYTHING!

    Top taco salads and nachos with it, dip quesadillas and taquitos in it or just drizzle over your favorite veggies and you've got something pretty darn good!

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    Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing, just Like Cafe Rio! There are very few things I'd pour over my cereal, but this dressing is so good you'll want to put it on EVERYTHING!

    Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing {Cafe Rio CopyCat}

    This Cilantro ranch dressing is perfect for drizzling over taco salads, nachos, or just dunking veggies in. It's easy to make and has so much flavor! 
    By Heather Cheney
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 cups dressing

    Ingredients

    • 1 ounce package Ranch Dressing Mix
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 clove garlic
    • ¼ cup green salsa
    • Juice of 1 fresh lime
    • ½ cup fresh cilantro washed with tough stems removed
    • a few dashes Tobasco sauce until it reaches your desired heat

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Store in a covered container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    Nutrition Facts

    Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 854 kcal | Carbohydrates: 13 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 86 g | Saturated Fat: 14 g | Cholesterol: 53 mg | Sodium: 2005 mg | Potassium: 181 mg | Sugar: 6 g | Vitamin A: 620 IU | Vitamin C: 2.6 mg | Calcium: 78 mg | Iron: 0.2 mg

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    Comments

    1. Jennifer Chapin says

      May 04, 2018 at 9:25 am

      4 stars
      I made this the other day and we loved it! The only changes were that I added a whole bunch of cilantro and increased the milk to 1 cup. Thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply
    2. Taylor Lewis says

      January 12, 2018 at 7:14 pm

      Can I use green enchilada sauce instead of green salsa?

      Reply
    3. Lorre Slaw says

      September 07, 2016 at 8:21 pm

      5 stars
      happy to find all these wonderful recipes

      Reply
    4. Kelly says

      April 15, 2016 at 7:35 am

      I also love their dressing. Can't wait to try this copy cat. It would be great drizzled over fajitas or anything else for that matter. 🙂

      Reply
      • Heather Cheney says

        April 15, 2016 at 12:23 pm

        Seriously, it's good on everything! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Nathalie Deneault says

      March 22, 2016 at 8:47 am

      Can I replace the green salsa with something else ? Thank you 😉

      Reply
      • Heather Cheney says

        April 15, 2016 at 12:33 pm

        The green salsa adds flavor and acidity so if you can get your hands on some, that would be best!

        Reply
    6. Stephanie @ Macaroni and Cheesecake says

      March 31, 2015 at 1:53 pm

      This sounds amazing!!! I love the cilantro lime combo so I know I will love this dressing!

      Reply
      • Heather Cheney says

        April 14, 2015 at 10:46 am

        Thanks Stephanie!

        Reply

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