Cilantro Lime Dressing

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk together all of the ingredients in a bowl.
2. 2
   Or for a bright green, smooth dressing, in a blender on low speed, whirl the cilantro, scallions, lime juice, salt, and red pepper flakes, if using, until smooth.
3. 3
   Add the olive oil in a steady stream and as soon as the dressing is thick, turn off the blender.
4. 4
   Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
5. 5
   Adds a wonderful flavor to rice, potato, or bean salads, such as Southwestern Black Bean Salad (page 104).
6. 6
   Delicious drizzled on avocado cubes or shredded jicama.
7. 7
   Excellent as a dressing for fish or shrimp.