Lime Vinaigrette

Lime Vinaigrette is a bright, tangy dressing made primarily from lime juice, oil, and seasonings. It is a staple in many cuisines, particularly in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, where it's used to dress salads, marinate proteins, or drizzle over grilled dishes. The core ingredients are lime juice, a neutral or olive oil, and often a touch of sweetener and salt.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dressing is high in fat, coming from the oil base, which provides most of its calories. It is low in carbohydrates and protein, but the lime juice contributes a good amount of vitamin C and other antioxidants.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	90 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Carbs	1.5 g
Fat	9.5 g
Fiber	0.1 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	150 mg
Vitamin C	5 mg
Vitamin K	8 µg
Potassium	15 mg
Folate	3 µg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Magnesium	2 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, lime vinaigrette is a universal concept with local variations—like the Filipino 'sawsawan' or the Thai 'nam jim'—highlighting the global love for balancing fat, acid, and salt. Nutritionally, the fat from the oil helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins from the other foods it's dressed.