Jalapeno Tofu Dressing

Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, and dips with this creamy and zesty Jalapeño Tofu Dressing! Made with silky smooth tofu, fresh lime juice, and a spicy kick from jalapeño peppers, this recipe is a healthy, dairy-free alternative to traditional dressings. Balanced with the subtle sweetness of maple syrup and a touch of earthy cumin, it delivers bold flavors in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vegan dressing is effortlessly whipped up in a blender and can be customized to your heat preference. Perfect as a drizzle, dip, or marinade, this versatile jalapeño tofu dressing will become a staple in your kitchen. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of freshness! Vegan, gluten-free, and full of flavor—what's not to love?

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Silken tofu
• 1 medium Jalapeno pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the silken tofu and place it in a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Cut the jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes for a milder dressing, or leave them in for more heat. Roughly chop the jalapeno and add it to the blender.

Step 3

Peel and roughly chop the garlic clove, then add it to the blender along with the fresh lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, cumin powder, salt, and water.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lime juice if desired.

Step 6

Pour the dressing into a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled over salads, as a drizzle for roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fresh veggies. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	348.1 grams (348.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	418

Total Fat 34.50g	44%
Saturated Fat 5.50g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 15.40g	6%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 6.70g
Protein 13.40g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 823mg	63%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 398mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.9%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 14.5%