Dairy-Free Green Goddess Ranch
Elevate your salads and snack spreads with this vibrant Dairy-Free Green Goddess Ranch, a creamy, plant-based twist on the classic ranch dressing. Made with unsweetened coconut yogurt and an array of fresh herbs like parsley, chives, basil, and tarragon, this recipe bursts with garden-fresh flavor. The addition of avocado and nutritional yeast creates a luscious texture with a subtle cheesy undertone, while lemon juice and apple cider vinegar lend a zesty tang. Perfectly balanced with garlic, Dijon mustard, and a touch of olive oil, this dairy-free masterpiece is gluten-free, vegan, and ready in just 10 minutes. Whether used as a salad dressing, dip for veggies, or sandwich spread, this healthier alternative will delight your taste buds while keeping dietary restrictions in check. Make a batch ahead — it keeps well in the fridge for up to five days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup fresh chives
- 0.25 cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon
- 2 medium garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 0.5 medium avocado
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, add the unsweetened coconut yogurt and fresh herbs including parsley, chives, basil, and tarragon.
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the blender with the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, then add the nutritional yeast for a cheesy undertone.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out half of the flesh into the blender.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
Transfer the Dairy-Free Green Goddess Ranch to a sealable container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a salad dressing, dip, or spread. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.8 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1353 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1007 mg | 21% | |
*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.
