Heart-Healthy Avocado Ranch Dressing
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly smooth, this Heart-Healthy Avocado Ranch Dressing is a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with fresh flavors from dill, parsley, and zesty lemon juice, this recipe swaps heavy ingredients for nutrient-rich avocado and low-fat Greek yogurt, making it perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste. It comes together in just 10 minutes using a blender, resulting in a velvety dressing that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Use it to drizzle over crisp salads, as a dip for fresh veggies, or even as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. Packed with heart-healthy fats and protein, this dressing is a must-try for guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (low-fat)
- 0.25 cup buttermilk (low-fat)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and lemon juice to the blender.
Roughly chop fresh dill and parsley, then add them to the blender.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
Add the water to the blender and blend again until you reach your desired dressing consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Add more lemon juice for tang, water for thinner consistency, or salt to enhance flavors.
Transfer the dressing to a sealable container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serve the avocado ranch dressing as a salad dressing, dip for vegetables, or topping for grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 715 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1295 mg | 28% | |
*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.
