Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

This green goddess dressing recipe is herbaceous and creamy with a fresh pop of lime! It tastes amazing on salads, roasted potatoes, or grilled salmon.

Green Goddess Dressing:

I'm over the moon for fresh herbs!

Their bright green hue and intense aroma make me jump for joy. My favorite spot in our garden is right in front of a big pot of basil.

And this green goddess dressing puts them front and center. Dill, mint, and basil shine in a creamy mixture of mayo and Greek yogurt.

Use it to make a green goddess salad, or drizzle it on roasted veggies! This recipe is versatile, easy, and wildly delicious.

Key Ingredients:

We've got:

1. Mayo - For creaminess of course
2. Sour Cream - Creamy and tangy. For a healthier version or an easy swap, use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. I use whichever I have on hand.
3. Mint, Basil and Dill - Love these herbs and how well they pair together! Feel free to swap with other fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or chives.
4. Lime - Lime is my all-time favorite acid to use in dressings and dips. Just be sure to buy an actual lime. Bottled lime juice is convenient but subpar.
5. Honey - Just a small amount to add a subtle hint of sweetness. I love to do this in creamy and spicy dishes. It enhances flavor.

For a thick dip-like consistency, use a very thick full-fat Greek yogurt. If the dressing is too thick, add a teaspoon or two of water and blend to thin it out.

How to Make Green Goddess Dressing:

Green goddess dressing is very simple and takes all of 2 minutes to make! You need a mini food processor to pulse the herbs.

If you only have a large food processor, double the recipe to make it easier to blend.

• Combine all the ingredients in your food processor.
• Blend until the herbs are pulverized and everything is incorporated.
• Scrape the sides of the food processor with a small spatula if necessary. Blend to incorporate.

Ways to Use it:

Green goddess is a versatile dressing! Here's a few ways I love to use it:

• As a dip for raw or roasted veggies. I love it with sliced bell peppers!
• On salad, of course! Try boiled eggs, bacon, pickled onions and mixed greens for a killer salad combo.
• Drizzle on sliced avocado.
• Use it as the dressing for an herby potato salad.

Storage Instructions:

I intentionally made this recipe small since homemade green goddess dressing doesn't last very long.

It can easily be doubled or tripled for a larger quantity!

• Store in an airtight container or in a small bowl covered with saran wrap. Refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Recipe Tips:

• For a thicker dip-like consistency, use a very thick Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. For example, Costco's Kirkland brand is thick!
• For a thinner consistency, add a teaspoon of water or more lime juice and blend to incorporate.
• Feel free to switch up the herbs! Just make sure to use fresh! Fresh herbs are the star of the show. Plus dried and fresh herbs are not a 1 to 1 ratio.

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