Jalapeño Lime Yogurt Dressing
Fresh jalapeño lime yogurt dressing with coriander and zest. Zesty high-protein sauce for salads, wraps, and grain bowls in five minutes.
Ingredients
For the dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or thick plain dahi chilled
- 1 whole jalapeño deseeded for milder heat, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 lime zest only
- 1 tablespoon cold water plus more if needed
- 1 tablespoon fresh coriander finely chopped
- pinch fine salt to taste
Instructions
Mix the dressing
- Whisk yogurt until smooth. Stir in jalapeño, lime juice, garlic powder, lime zest, water, coriander, and salt.
- Rest 5–10 minutes so the lime and chilli mellow into the yogurt. Thin with extra water for a pourable dressing.
Notes
Vegan swap — Use thick plain coconut or cashew yogurt; flavour is the same.
Mild version — Use 1/4 jalapeño or replace with 2 tablespoons deseeded cucumber for kids.
Make-ahead — Best within 3 days; stir before serving.
Serving — Taco-style salads, black bean bowls, and [avocado lime crema](https://petitepaprika.com/avocado-lime-crema/) on the same platter for a fusion spread.
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