Description
A creamy, herby, and bright dressing that elevates any meal, made with simple ingredients like avocado, Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole Ripe avocado (For creaminess)
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek yogurt (For tang and protein)
- 1/4 cup Olive oil (Just enough to make it silky)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (Fresh is best)
- 1 clove Garlic (1 small or more if you like)
- 1 cup Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, mint) (Mix and match as desired)
- 1 cup Fresh spinach (Optional, for extra green power)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper (Adjust to taste)
- Water to taste Water (To thin to your perfect pour)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (For more tang)
- 1 pinch Red pepper flakes (For a little heat)
- 1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan (For extra savoriness)
- 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast (For extra savoriness)
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the avocado and Greek yogurt to your blender.
- Toss in herbs, spinach, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth. Stop once or twice to scrape the sides.
- Add water one tablespoon at a time until it’s the thickness you want.
- Taste it. Add more salt or lemon if needed.
Notes
For best results, use a ripe avocado, start with less garlic, and let the dressing sit for 10 minutes for flavors to settle. Store in the fridge for about 3 days and keep it greener by pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Dressing
- Cuisine: American