Why you’ll love this avocado green goddess dressing

  • I love a green goddess salad, but as you already know, I refuse to be stuck using bottled dressings at home. They just aren’t as good, but so many recipes contain yogurt or sour cream. So naturally I had to fix that.
  • Not only can this recipe be served as a dressing for salads, used as a dip for crudité. You could also try spreading a little on a sandwiches or wraps, or a sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.
A small pitcher of green goddess salad dressing made with avocados.

Here’s what you’ll need to make it

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Ingredients & substitutions

  • Avocado
  • Mayonnaise – This recipe is naturally dairy free, but if you want to make it vegan, feel free to use vegan mayonnaise.
  • White wine vinegar – I chose this because I think it’s a pantry staple, but you can also use red wine or even apple cider vinegar. I wouldn’t recommend balsamic, since it’s a bit sweeter and much more flavorful.
  • Fresh herbs – There are many different options for herbs when it comes to green goddess dressing, but I like to use a combination of fresh basil and chives, along with some parsley to get the flavor I like best.

Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions listed below are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.

Close up of a salad showing the thick creamy green dressing.

How to make this avocado green goddess dressing

Making this dressing is easier than ever. You really only need to blend everything in a food processor until smooth. Add water, as needed to reach your desired consistency.

I prefer mine to be thinner for dressing salad, but you could easily make this a green goddess dip by keeping it nice and thick.

Two things to keep in mind. The avocado won’t really brown much, as long as you transfer the dressing to a refrigerator container right away.

The dressing can also be made ahead of time, and should last up to 1 week in the fridge.

Green goddess dressing in a small serving pitcher.

Everything you need to know about this recipe

How long does avocado green goddess dressing last in fridge?

If you store this homemade dressing in an airtight container, it should last up to one week in the fridge.

A fresh cobb salad dressed with a creamy dressing.

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No. Mayonnaise is not dairy.

But, if you think it is, you are not alone. It’s common misconception that stems from the fact that mayo needs to be refrigerated, which is something we often associate with dairy. Plus, mayo is made with eggs, which are also miscategorized with dairy.

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Avocado Green Goddess Dressing

By: Melissa Belanger
Inspired by Panera’s Green Goddess Cobb Salad, this avocado green goddess dressing is made without yogurt, but still has the refreshing and herbaceous flavor you’re looking for in a dressing. Made with handfuls of fresh herbs, this homemade dairy free salad dressing is fresh and creamy with luxurious texture. 
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 16
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Ingredients 

  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chives
  • 1/2 cup parsley
  • 1/2 cup basil
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Add water to thin as needed

Instructions 

  • Combine ingredients in a a food processor and blend until smooth. Add water, as need, to reach desired consistency.
  • Transfer to a storage container and refrigerate until ready to use (up to 1 week).

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 0.4g, Fat: 8g, Sodium: 178mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin C: 5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Hi! I'm Melissa.

I create easy, dairy free recipes because I know how hard living without milk can be. I believe you can live a completely satisfying life without dairy, and I want to teach you how.

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