This Chile-Citrus Mayo was born from the love of bold Latin flavors and the crave-worthy tang of citrus. It takes classic mayonnaise and elevates it with chipotle’s smoky heat, the lively zest of lime and orange, and a delicate touch of honey for balance. The result? A creamy, spicy-sweet condiment that instantly livens up anything from tacos to grilled chicken. It’s the kind of quick recipe that surprises with its depth, one that feels gourmet but comes together in minutes. Whether slathered on a burger bun or served as a dipping sauce for sweet potato fries, this blend brings sunshine and heat to every bite.

The Zesty Chile-Lime Mayo Recipe

0.0 from 0 votes

Servings

cup

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

A creamy and zesty blend of mayo, chipotle pepper, lime, orange juice, and honey, this Chile-Citrus Mayo is a flavorful condiment perfect as a dip, spread, or basting enhancer. Ready in minutes and best served chilled, it makes about ½ cup and keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Cook Mode

Keep the screen of your device on

Ingredients

1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1 tsp Chipotle Pepper Powder
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
1 1/2 tsp Fresh Lime Juice
1 tsp Fresh Orange Juice
1/2 tsp Fresh Lime Zest
1 tsp Honey (Sub: Agave Syrup)
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/8 tsp Salt
1/8 tsp Ground Black Pepper (optional)

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl or a plate.
Whisk everything until perfectly blended.
Taste and adjust heat or citrus as desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Recipe Video

Notes

This recipe yields about ½ cup, ideal for 3–4 servings.
Serve chilled as a dip, sandwich spread, or a basting sauce enhancer for grilled meats, seafood, or roasted vegetables.
The heat level and citrus brightness can be easily adjusted to taste, making it suitable for a variety of flavor preferences.
For best results, refrigerate the mayo for at least 30 minutes before use to allow the flavors to meld. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for up to 5 days.