Nut-Free Creamy Green Goddess Dressing
Elevate your salads and veggie platters with this Nut-Free Creamy Green Goddess Dressing, a tangy and herbaceous take on the classic recipe. Bursting with fresh flavors from parsley, basil, tarragon, and chives, this velvety dressing gets its luscious texture from Greek yogurt and mayonnaise—no nuts needed! Anchovy fillets and garlic lend a savory depth, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. Made in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing doubles as a delicious dip for veggies or a zippy drizzle over roasted dishes. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or dressing up a dinner party spread, this wholesome, nut-free alternative is sure to become a staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Anchovy fillets
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh tarragon leaves
- 2 tablespoons Chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice.
Add the olive oil, anchovy fillets, and garlic cloves to the mixture.
Include the fresh parsley, basil, tarragon, and chives.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary.
If the dressing is too thick, add water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to enhance flavor.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir well before serving. Serve chilled with your choice of fresh greens or as a dip with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.4 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 3660 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1308 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.
