It’s no secret that I adore Mexican food. Both the truly authentic, and the American-ized. Cafe Rio is a regular even at our house. We l.o.v.e. Cafe Rio and we are o.b.s.e.s.s.e.d with their Creamy Tomatillo Ranch dressing. I could put that stuff on everything! And I do. Sometimes I just drink it straight.
Okay I don’t drink it straight. But I do lick the spoon.
This Cafe Rio copycat recipe is so simple and quick to make, just throw all of the ingredients in the blender, give it a few good pulses, let it chill and you’ve got the most amazing dressing. I especially love to pour this Creamy Tomatillo Ranch on tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and our favorite copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork!! (Scroll down to check out that recipe as well!)
- 1 package Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix (dry)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup mayo (I used reduced fat)
- ⅓ cup water
- 2 medium-sized tomatillos, husked and chopped
- ½ cup packed cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 1½ teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 1½ teaspoons lime juice
- Add all ingredients to your blender and pulse 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy. Add extra water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to reach desired consistency. Chill at least one hour before use and store in fridge in airtight container. **Makes about 2 cups**
These are tasty too!
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