This Tex-Mex dressing is a super quick and easy salad dressing packed with tons of bold flavors you're sure to love. It only takes 5 ingredients to make, and no cooking is required. Add it to your favorite salads to take them to the next level!
This Tex-Mex dressing is rich, creamy, and loaded with spice. Not only is it perfect for adding some zest to salads, but it also makes a great spread on sandwiches, burgers, and wraps.
Honestly, I wouldn't even blame you if you used it as a dip, either (because it is just that good!) The base is made up of salsa, so it's easy to customize by using your favorite brand to turn up the heat.
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🥘 Ingredients
This 5-ingredient dressing is packed full of flavor. You can make your own salsa or just use your favorite store-bought brand.
- Salsa - ¼ cup of salsa. You can use either homemade or store-bought salsa. The spiciness of the salsa you use will directly affect how spicy your Tex-Mex dressing is!
- Sour Cream - ¼ cup of sour cream, or you can try out a sour cream substitute.
- Olive Oil - 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
- Tex-Mex Seasoning - 1 teaspoon of Tex-Mex seasoning, take a look at my recipe here.
- Lime Juice - A splash of lime juice.
Be sure to see the free printable recipe card below for ingredients, exact amounts & instructions with tips!
🔪 How To Make Tex-Mex Dressing
This dressing is as easy as simply mixing it all together. Whisk it in a bowl for a chunkier dressing, or use a blender or food processor to smooth it out. You will also need your measuring utensils plus the jar to store the dressing in.
This recipe will make a touch more than ½ cup of dressing, which is great for about 8 servings.
Step 1: Measure. Gather and measure out all of your ingredients.
Step 2: Mix. Place your ingredients (¼ cup of both salsa and sour cream, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of Tex-Mex seasoning, and a splash of lime juice) into a blender and pulse until smooth. *For a chunkier dressing, you can just whisk all of the ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
Step 3: Serve. Serve immediately or place into a jar and store for later.
Use this zesty dressing in a Tex-Mex salad, spread it onto a burger, or drizzle it on top of your tacos. The possibilities are endless. Enjoy!
💭 Angela's Pro Tips & Recipe Notes
- You can also try out some Southwestern seasoning instead of the Tex-Mex seasoning.
- For some extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- If you love the flavor of lime, you can add some fresh lime zest in addition to the lime juice.
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🥡 Storing
Keep your Tex-Mex dressing stored in a jar or sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Give it a good whisk or shake before serving, as separation may occur.
❓ Recipe FAQs
Once made, this dressing will last for about a week in the fridge (if it even lasts that long!) Just make sure to keep it stored in a sealed jar or container.
It wouldn't be Tex-Mex dressing if it didn't have Tex-Mex seasoning! Don't worry, my Tex-Mex seasoning is made up of spices that you probably already have at home, so it is easy to throw together!
Of course, this zesty dressing is fantastic for adding to salads. However, you can also schmear it onto a sandwich, dip your French fries in it, or add it to burgers! Honestly, it's great for any dish where you want to add a creamy and rich kick!
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- Homemade Ranch Dressing - You may love ranch already, but have you ever tried it when it's homemade? It's even tastier.
- Blue Cheese Dressing - Tangy blue cheese dressing that can be enjoyed on salads or as a dip for wings.
- Italian Dressing - A classic oil-based dressing that tastes fantastic on any type of salad.
- Benihana Ginger Salad Dressing - Enjoy the homemade version of this tasty Hibachi dressing.
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📖 Recipe Card
Tex-Mex Dressing
Ingredients
- ¼ cup salsa
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 teaspoon Tex-Mex seasoning (see recipe)
- 1 splash lime juice
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- Gather and measure out all of your ingredients.
- Place your ingredients (salsa, sour cream, olive oil, Tex-Mex seasoning, and lime juice) into a blender and pulse until smooth. *For a chunkier dressing, you can just whisk all of the ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
- Serve immediately or place into a jar and store for later.
Notes
- You can also try out some Southwestern seasoning instead of the Tex-Mex seasoning!
- For some extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- If you love the flavor of lime, you can add some fresh lime zest in addition to the lime juice!
- To store: Keep your Tex-Mex dressing stored in a jar or sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Give it a good whisk or shake before serving, as separation may occur.
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