Description
This Easy Avocado Dressing is a creamy, vibrant, and healthy addition to any salad, bowl, or wrap. Ripe avocado is blended with Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, and a touch of honey for a tangy and refreshing dressing that’s ready in minutes. It’s the perfect way to add a boost of flavor and nutrients to your meals.
Ingredients
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- 1 ripe avocado, pitted
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup water (plus more as needed)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, pepper, and water into a blender.
- Blend: Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If the dressing is too thick, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Serve or Store: Pour the dressing from the blender into a sealable container. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use a ripe avocado for the best flavor and creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice, honey, and salt to your taste.
- For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- You can use plain yogurt or sour cream instead of Greek yogurt.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or dill can be substituted for cilantro.
- This dressing is also great as a dip for vegetables or chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
