Seed Oil Free Lime Cumin Taco Drizzle
Bright, tangy, and smoky all at once, this lime and cumin drizzle is the kind of finishing sauce that makes a taco night feel genuinely special. It comes together in under a minute with just a whisk and a bowl — no blender, no stove, no fuss. The base is extra virgin olive oil, which means you're completely sidestepping the refined vegetable and seed oils that sneak into so many bottled dressings and sauces at the grocery store. Ground cumin and smoked paprika give it real depth, while fresh lime juice keeps everything lively and sharp. A handful of chopped cilantro stirred in at the end adds a pop of freshness if you're into it. Drizzle it over tacos, spoon it onto grain bowls, or use it to finish off a sheet pan of roasted vegetables — it genuinely elevates whatever 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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