Description
A lusciously smooth and zesty dressing made with ripe avocado, fresh herbs, lime juice, and a hint of cumin—perfect for drizzling over salads, roasted veggies, or grain bowls. This vibrant green dressing is naturally creamy, dairy-free, and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 very ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley or cilantro leaves (stems removed)
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about 1/4–1/2 teaspoon each)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Juice of one large lime
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 fresh garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/3–1/2 cup cold water (start with less and add more to reach desired consistency)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference.
- If the dressing is too thick, blend in more cold water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If it thickens while stored, simply whisk in a bit more water before serving.
Notes
- Use cilantro for a more traditional Mexican-style flavor, or parsley for a milder herb profile.
- Great as a dip for veggies, drizzle for tacos, or sauce for grain bowls.
- Best consumed fresh—avocado-based dressings may darken slightly over time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
