Heart-Healthy Cilantro Avocado Dressing
Transform your salads and veggie platters with this *Heart-Healthy Cilantro Avocado Dressing*, a creamy, nutrient-packed companion to your favorite dishes. This easy no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, blending the rich silkiness of ripe avocado with the bright, herbaceous notes of fresh cilantro and zesty lime juice. Greek yogurt and olive oil add a touch of creaminess and healthy fats, while a hint of honey balances the tangy flavors beautifully. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, it’s a versatile dressing or dip that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Bursting with heart-healthy ingredients, this recipe stays light while delivering bold flavor—making it a must-have for anyone seeking a nutritious, homemade alternative to store-bought dressings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Ripe avocado
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Peel and pit the avocado, scooping the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the fresh cilantro leaves to the blender.
Squeeze fresh limes to extract the lime juice, adding it to the blender.
Pour in the olive oil and Greek yogurt for creaminess.
Peel the garlic clove and mince it finely before adding to the mix.
Add honey, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavors.
Pour the water to help achieve a smooth consistency, and blend all ingredients until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Check the consistency; if it's too thick, add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the dressing to a serving container and enjoy over your favorite salad or use as a dip for fresh veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.7 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1677 mg | 36% | |
*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.
