Description
This creamy Green Goddess Dressing transforms fresh salads with its vibrant color and aromatic herbs. It is an easy and versatile recipe perfect for quick meals and healthy meal prep, adaptable for various dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup (120ml) Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup (60ml) Fresh Parsley
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Fresh Chives
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) Fresh Tarragon
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Gather Herbs & Garlic: Wash and roughly chop parsley, chives, and tarragon. Peel the garlic clove.
- Blend Aromatics: In a food processor, combine chopped herbs, garlic, and 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice. Pulse until finely minced, adding 0.5 tsp extra lemon juice if too dry.
- Add Creamy Foundation: Scrape down the sides. Add 0.5 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), 2 Tbsp olive oil, 0.25 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp pepper.
- Process Until Smooth: Blend for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
For best flavor, use crisp, fresh herbs. Consider Greek yogurt for extra protein and tang, or a high-quality vegan mayonnaise for dairy-free versions. For a lighter dressing, use more Greek yogurt and less mayo, or add a splash of water to thin. Stores well in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Using an immersion blender makes cleanup easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130 calories
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg