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    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

    Published: Jun 6, 2020 · Modified: Mar 12, 2025 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    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.

    a spoonful of green goddess dressing.

    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:

    mayo, greek yogurt, herbs, lime, honey.

    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.

    close up of fresh herbs in a food processor.

    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.

    fresh herbs in a food processor.
    green goddess dressing in a food processor.
    • 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.
    a spoonful of green goddess dressing over a food processor.

    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.
    spoon dripping green goddess dressing onto a salad.

    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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    a spoonful of green goddess dressing.

    Green Goddess Dressing

    Carolyn
    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.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Salad, sauce
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 143 kcal

    Equipment

    • Immersion blender or food processor

    Ingredients
      

    • ⅓ cup mayo
    • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
    • ¼ cup fresh basil loosely packed
    • ¼ cup fresh dill loosely packed
    • ¼ cup fresh mint loosely packed
    • pinch kosher salt
    • squeeze of lime
    • 1 t. honey

    Instructions
     

    • Pulse all the ingredients together in a mini food processor until all the herbs are finely incorporated and dressing is emulsified.
    • You can double or triple this recipe if needed.

    Notes

    *If the consistency is too thick, add a teaspoon or two of water and blend to incorporate until you reach the right consistency. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 126mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 438IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 0.4mg
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