Artificial Food Coloring Free Lime Cumin Taco Drizzle
Bright, tangy, and smoky all at once, this zesty drizzle is the kind of finishing sauce that makes a taco night feel genuinely special. Store-bought taco sauces and dressings are notorious for sneaking in synthetic dyes — those vivid reds and oranges often come from artificial colorants rather than real ingredients. Here, every drop of color comes from smoked paprika, ground cumin, and fresh lime juice, so what you see is exactly what you get. A quick whisk is all it takes to bring the olive oil and citrus together into a silky, emulsified drizzle that clings beautifully to whatever you pour it over. The optional fresh cilantro adds a pop of herby brightness that takes it over the top. Spoon it over tacos, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables and watch it disappear fast.
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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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