Indulge your taste buds in a culinary adventure with our South of the Border Salad Dressing, a vibrant blend of zesty flavors that will transport you to a fiesta of Mexican delights. This tantalizing dressing, with its harmony of tangy limes, zesty cilantro, and a touch of spicy jalapeños, is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite salads, tacos, or grilled meats. Our collection of recipes takes you on a culinary journey, offering variations of this delightful dressing to suit every palate. From the classic South of the Border Dressing, bursting with fresh herbs and citrus, to the creamy and tangy Avocado Ranch Dressing, and the smoky Chipotle Ranch Dressing, we have something for every taste. Dive into this flavorful exploration and experience the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine in every bite!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER CAPRESE SALAD
Plump heirloom tomatoes highlight this garden-fresh showpiece, drizzled with a sweet-tart dressing and sprinkled with cheese. It's perfect for an outdoor party and so easy to make! -Kathleen Merkley, Layton, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (1 cup dressing).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., Arrange greens on a serving platter; top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese, salt and pepper., Just before serving, drizzle salad with 1/2 cup dressing; garnish with cilantro leaves. Refrigerate leftover dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SOUTH-OF-THE-BORDER CHICKEN SALAD WITH TEQUILA LIME DRESSING
Add a burst of color to your table with this fresh main-dish that's topped with homemade tequila lime salad dressing. For a simple garnish sprinkle salad with lightly crushed tortilla chips.-Annette Hottenstein, Cockeysville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add romaine to a large salad bowl. Top with remaining salad ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SOUTH OF THE BORDER SALAD DRESSING
This tangy spicy dressing is great for pasta salad. This dressing is best used within 1 week. I like to cook pasta, and mix with black olives and shredded carrots and onions. Pour this dressing over, and refrigerate an hour. Stir to make sure if it needs more dressing before serving.
Provided by vmiller124
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 1/2 Cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a 1-pint glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Cover and shake well.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Garlic clove may be removed. Shake well before serving.
SOUTH OF THE BORDER CHOPPED SALAD
Chopped salads can take all kinds of forms and are easy to transport; just put each ingredient in a separate sealable bag or plastic container, then toss everything wherever you choose to eat.
Provided by Food Network
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- To make the salad, preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush each tortilla with vegetable oil on both sides, then sprinkle with salt. Stack tortillas and cut into thin strips. Scatter strips on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crisp, about 15 minutes. Let cool.
- Meanwhile, to make the vinaigrette, stir together the lime juice and spice mix; pour in olive oil and whisk to blend. Stir in green onions.
- To assemble the salad, put lettuce in a large bowl. Top with cooled tortilla strips, beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and cilantro. Add dressing and toss well.
- To make the spice mix, stir together salt and spices in a sealable plastic bag. Store up to 1 month.
SOUTH OF THE BORDER SALAD
Make and share this South of the Border Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Greens
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, catsup and salsa in a small bowl. Adjust amounts to taste. Add chopped avocado and set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss olives, bell pepper, beans. lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, cucumber and optional ingredients, if using.
- Pour salsa dressing with avocado over salad and toss well.
- Add tortilla chips and cheese; toss again or can add to top of individual servings. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.9, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 33.6, Sodium 659, Carbohydrate 45.8, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 5.8, Protein 18
Tips:
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Buy your vegetables from a local farmer's market, if possible.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many variations of this dressing, so feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your taste.
- If you don't have all of the ingredients, don't worry! You can substitute other ingredients or omit them altogether.
- Taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
Conclusion:
This South of the Border Salad Dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, tacos, or burritos. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing, give this one a try.
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