Chipotle, garlic and lime are combined in this homemade salad dressing to create a crazy flavorful Chipotle Vinaigrette that you are going to love.
Whether you’re drizzling it over a simple garden salad, or a hearty taco salad, this salad dressing is a keeper.
You’ll want to check the website again on Friday because I have a fantastic Southwest Steak Salad that pairs perfectly with the Chipotle Vinaigrette.
I recommend shaking together a jar of this dressing now, so you’ll have it ready to go when you make the salad.
If you’ve been hanging out with me here for very long, you already know just how much I love making my own salad dressings. Just about any salad can be wonderfully dressed up with a great dressing.
I love having salads made-ahead in the fridge for easy lunches and having a variety of dressings waiting in the fridge keeps it interesting.
Salad Dressing Recipes
Homemade Ranch Dressing is a reader favorite and it’s been one of the most popular recipes on the website for years now. This Balsamic Vinaigrette comes in a close second to the ranch dressing.
I’ve published over 30 salad dressing recipes and a few of my personal favorites are Strawberry Vinaigrette, Creamy Poppyseed Dressing, and the classic Italian Salad Dressing.
This Blueberry Vinaigrette caught my eye recently and I think it would be delicious on this Blueberry Apple Walnut Salad.
Chipotle Vinaigrette Ingredients
- fresh lime juice
- honey
- olive oil
- chipotle peppers in adobo
- fresh garlic
- kosher salt
If you haven’t made your own dressing before, it is beyond easy to make. All you need to do is shake the ingredients together in a jar and pop it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve it.
Chipotle Garlic & Lime Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice this was the juice of two large limes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons light flavored olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo this is about 2 peppers worth
- 2 small cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small jar and shake to combine. Alternatively, all ingredients can be combined whole in the blender and pureed. Enjoy!
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Brenda Gatlin says
I find home made dressing are especially great simply because you can use more of a favorite ingredient if you so desire GREAT
Mary Younkin says
I love it for the same reasons too, Brenda!
Brielle says
This is so good! I’m obsessed with your salad dressings – thanks so much for sharing! Question – How long can it be stored before going bad? (In an airtight container in the fridge, of course)
Mary Younkin says
This will keep nicely for at least a week or two, Brielle. I’m thrilled that you’re enjoying the dressings!
Lorraine says
What could I use instead of the honey. My son has turned vegan and I would like to make it for one of our weekly dinners.
Mary Younkin says
You should be able to use maple or agave syrup for this recipe as well. It will change the flavor slightly, but it should still taste great, Lorraine.
Shelby says
I loooove this dressing. Sweet, spicy, tangy, and so easy to make. 6 ingredients and blends together perfectly with a spin of the immersion blender. Just used it on our taco salads and I’m not sure I’ve ever been that excited about a salad. YUM!!! Thanks for sharing.
Mary Younkin says
Thank you so much, Shelby. I am delighted you enjoy it.
Chris Henning says
Hello,
Thank you for the delish dressing recipe, we loved it on our carnitas salads.
Wondering what can I add to make it creamy and how much without losing the awesome flavor.
Thank you so much!❤️
Chris
Mary Younkin says
I haven’t tried that myself, Chris, but I’d start with a bit of mayonnaise and whisk it as smooth as possible. You may need to tweak the other ingredients a bit to make sure you don’t lose flavor. Enjoy!