Artificial Flavors Free Lime Cumin Taco Drizzle
Bright, tangy, and just smoky enough to make everything it touches taste like it came from a really good taqueria, this drizzle is the kind of condiment you'll want to keep in your back pocket all week. Every single ingredient here is a whole, recognizable pantry staple — fresh lime juice, olive oil, ground spices, and a pinch of sea salt — so there's no mystery about what you're actually eating. That matters more than you'd think, because most bottled dressings and taco sauces are loaded with natural and artificial flavor additives that don't belong anywhere near a simple, clean meal. This one comes together in about 30 seconds of whisking, and the emulsification gives it a slightly thickened, glossy texture that clings beautifully to whatever you pour it over. The smoked paprika and cumin do the heavy lifting on depth and warmth, while the lime keeps everything lively and fresh. Spoon it over tacos, toss it into a grain bowl, or drizzle it across roasted vegetables — honestly, it improves just about everything it touches.
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6 servings
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, sea salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small mixing bowl.
- 2
Whisk vigorously until the oil and lime juice are fully emulsified and the mixture looks uniform and slightly thickened, about 30 seconds.
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