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This chipotle vinaigrette is exactly like the original from Chipotle. It’s sweet from the honey, smoky from the chipotles in adobo, and easy it to mix up in 5 minutes or less.
Pair it with copycat Chipotle corn salsa to make your favorite takeout at home.
If you’re wondering “does Chipotle sell their vinaigrette?”, sadly the answer is no, but luckily we’ve got this copycat recipe that’s just as good, maybe better!
I am obsessed with Chipotle’s Honey Vinaigrette dressing. I’m guessing you’re a fan of Chipotle mexican grill too since you landed here! I always order a salad and the dressing is my favorite part.
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I came up with this recipe after testing a few versions using the ingredients listed on Chipotle’s website. It tastes just like the one at the store. Whip this up for any weeknight, or if they forgot your chipotle vinaigrette in your order (IFKYK).
Reasons to this Love Chipotle Vinaigrette
- Tastes just like the original.
- Takes 5 minutes or less to make.
- Stores well for up to a week.
- Sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors.
- You can put it on anything (especially Mexican recipes)
It’s perfectly tangy, like a vinaigrette should be, with a little bit of sweet, and a little bit of smoke. All of the flavors balance together so well! It uses basic vinaigrette ingredients and a simple technique to mix everything together.
Ingredients You Need
Here’s a list of what Chipotle uses in their restaurant version, as well as our copycat chipotle vinaigrette. Jump to the recipe card for exact measurements.
- Olive oil: I like to use light olive oil or a good quality EVOO. Avocado oil is also really good option.
- Red wine vinegar: this is what Chipotle uses in their recipe and it is full of acid for tang. You could use apple cider vinegar wf you have that on hand.
- Honey: This gives the dressing sweetness. Honey is an emulsifying ingredient, which helps combine oil and vinegar together. This Serious Eats article about the point of a vinaigrette, explains it well!
- Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce: these come in the can and add spice and smoky flavor. Add more chipotle chiles if you want a deeper flavor.
- Garlic: fresh garlic is best but you could also use garlic powder.
- Lime juice: this also adds acid, but also gives it Mexican flavor.
- Spices: oregano, cumin, salt and pepper combine round out the flavor and spice.
Have leftover Chipotle Peppers? Make these Instant Pot chicken tinga tacos or freeze them for later.
How to make Chipotle Vinaigrette
This is an overview with step-by-step photos, to make this honey chipotle salad dressing. Full printable instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Measure and add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth and you’re done!
Can I make this in a jar? Yes, you can add everything to a mason jar and shake well.
Recipe FAQs
This chipotle honey vinaigrette can be store in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container or jar. Give it a good shake before using it!
There are 220 calories in 1 (2 ounce) serving of the dressing at Chipotle and 210 calories in this homemade version.
Although the calories in the Chipotle vinaigrette are somewhat high, it’s made of quality ingredients. I love making it at home because you can control the ingredients and amounts. Chipotle’s version is made with rice bran oil and a good amount of honey, but this recipe is made with olive oil and less honey to make it healthier.
Ways to Use Chipotle Vinaigrette
Vinaigrettes aren’t just for salads! In fact, this Serious Eats article is all about the ways to use a vinaigrette beyond salads.
- Salads: Pour it over salads like this roasted sweet potato and kale salad, kale and goat cheese salad, BBQ chicken salad, simple green salad, or the classic taco salad.
- Roasted vegetables: Drizzle it over roasted sweet potatoes or other veggies.
- Toss it in a burrito bowl: make your own homemade chipotle with rice, chicken, black beans, guacamole, cheese or drizzle it over our fiesta lime shrimp bowls.
- Use it as a marinade for chicken or seafood. Learn how to marinate chicken and thank us later!
- Toss it with pasta salad or veggie salads like this cucumber tomato avocado salad or Mexican street corn pasta salad.
If you make this chipotle honey vinaigrette recipe, I’d love for you to give it a star rating ★ below. You can also tag me on Instagram so I can see it!
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Ingredients
- 2/3 cup olive oil (sub avocado oil/vegetable oil— Note 1)
- 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 1 chipotle in adobo + 1 teaspoon of the sauce (more or less to desired spice level)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the dressing ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor and blend on high for 1-2 minutes until it's completely combined and the chipotles are broken down. Alternately, mince the garlic and shake everything vigorously in a lidded jar.
- Taste test the dressing and add more spices if needed. You can add another chipotle in adobo if you want a deeper, smoky, spicy flavor. Blend again if needed.
- Serve over your favorite salad or store in a mason jar in the fridge for later.
Notes
Video
Equipment
- High speed blender or food processor
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This dressing is DELICIOUS and so easy to make. Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome!!
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Where can you get chipotle dress at
I’ve never had the Chipotle version, but this was delicious! I’ll keep it in my salad dressing rotation.
I made a keto version of this today by using Choc Zero honey. It turned out great!
Sounds great, Wendy!
Hi, haven’t made this yet but planning on it soon…is there a specific kind of honey that you recommend? I have orange blossom, Manuka, wildflower and raw berry. Thank you!
We use standard raw honey!
I absolutely love this recipe. I make a big batch of it and the freeze it into smaller portions till I need it.
I do not see any portions for the ingredients.
Please help
How long can you keep it for in the fridge. ?