Jul 14 2026
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Mexican Vinaigrette Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Loco
Time15m
Serves8

Make Mexican Vinaigrette Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dressing Base

Spices and Seasonings

Fresh Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Ingredients

    Collect all ingredients listed in the ingredients section.

  2. 2

    Prepare Fresh Ingredients

    Finely chop the fresh cilantro and jalapeño. Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on desired spiciness.

Mixing the Vinaigrette

  1. 3

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a medium-sized bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  2. 4

    Add Wet Ingredients

    Pour in the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lime juice into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Whisk together until fully emulsified.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Fresh Ingredients

    Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and jalapeño into the vinaigrette mixture.

Serving

  1. 6

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to taste.

  2. 7

    Store or Serve

    Use immediately on salads or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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