Ready for the Best Taco Salad Dressing that is creamy, zesty, and savory? I promise you will be using this dressing over hearty taco salads, fish tacos, burgers, and veggies. It’s better than ketchup on french fries too! The best part is it only requires 4 ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to whip up! A mixture of dairy-free sour cream, mayonnaise, salsa, and taco seasoning for a thick, savory Paleo and Whole30 friendly dressing. If you don’t have taco seasoning on hand and can’t wait to try this, make a quick batch of our Fajita Seasoning that’s perfect for tacos too! Try it with our Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick & Simple: It comes together in just a few minutes, making this best taco salad dressing perfect for busy weeknights.
Customizable: You can easily adjust the seasoning, heat level, or creaminess to fit your personal taste.
Better Than Store-Bought: It is freshly made, free of preservatives, and has a more vibrant, authentic taste.
It’s Paleo and Whole30: Having no gluten, grains, or dairy, it is the perfect dish if you need to keep it Paleo or Whole30 friendly.
Ingredients You Will Need
Dairy-free sour cream: is a dairy free alternative that is usually made from nuts, lemon juice or vinegar and water.
Avocado oil mayonnaise: offers a unique creamy texture and a healthier fat profile.
Salsa: is a condiment or dip common in Mexican cuisine, typically made from chopped tomatoes, onions, chili peppers, and cilantro. Try our Salsa Fresca for this best taco salad dressing.
Taco seasoning: is a blend of spices, typically including cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika, which adds a warm, savory, and slightly smoky flavor to the dish. I like Siete.
Instructions
In a small bowl: whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, salsa, and taco seasoning.
Enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Make it Ahead: Let the dressing rest in the refrigerator for at least 15–30 minutes before serving to allow the taco seasoning and aromatics to blend fully.
Creaminess: Use full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream for a rich base, or swap with vegan alternatives. Only if you are not concerned about keeping this best taco salad dressing Paleo and Whole30 friendly.
Make it spicier: Use a hotter level of salsa and taco seasoning to adjust to your liking of heat!
Recipe Variations
Cilantro: adding freshly chopped cilantro adds a burst of herby deliciousness!
Lime juice: freshly squeezed lime juice adds a little tang to the dressing.
Storage Tips
You can store this best taco salad dressing in the fridge for several weeks (if it lasts that long!) when placed in an airtight glass container.
Best Taco Salad Dressing
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients.
- Enjoy!
