Creamy Avocado Cilantro Dressing
Elevate your salads, tacos, and grain bowls with this vibrantly flavorful Creamy Avocado Cilantro Dressing! Bursting with fresh, zesty notes from ripe avocado, aromatic cilantro, and tangy lime juice, this versatile dressing is as healthy as it is delicious, thanks to the addition of creamy Greek yogurt. A subtle kick of spice from jalapeño and the richness of olive oil create a perfectly balanced blend, while garlic adds a bold depth of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes and made in a blender, this dressing is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Use it as a dip, drizzle, or spread, and enjoy a refreshing homemade alternative to bottled dressings that's good for both your taste buds and your health! Keywords: avocado dressing, cilantro dressing, healthy salad dressing, homemade avocado sauce, creamy dressing recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.5 small jalapeño
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the fresh cilantro leaves, ensuring you have about 1 packed cup.
Add the Greek yogurt and the freshly squeezed lime juice to the blender.
Pour in the olive oil.
Peel and chop the garlic clove and add it to the mixture.
Remove seeds from half a jalapeño for a milder flavor, or include them for added spice. Chop and add to the blender.
Sprinkle in the salt.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to help achieve a smooth consistency.
Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the dressing to a serving container or store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.6 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1791 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
