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California Green Goddess Dressing with Avocado

A creamy, herbaceous green goddess dressing made with California avocado and Meyer lemon for a fresh twist on a classic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dressing, Salads, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 1/3 cup fresh tarragon leaves, coarsely chopped
  • 1/3 cup fresh chives, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Meyer lemon juice or regular lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic peeled
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon MSG optional, see notes
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper freshly ground, to taste

Method
 

  1. Place the mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, tarragon, chives, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and MSG (if using) in a food processor or blender. Pulse until the mixture is completely smooth and vibrant green, which may take a minute or two longer than you expect. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then pulse once more to combine.
  2. Transfer the dressing to a bowl or jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Before serving, stir or shake well. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgSugar: 1g

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the sour cream with a plant-based alternative like cashew cream. If you don't have Meyer lemons, regular lemons work perfectly. MSG is optional but enhances the savory depth; omit if preferred. This dressing thickens as it chills, so if it becomes too thick, thin with a splash of buttermilk or water. Serve over crisp romaine, as a dip for crudités, or drizzled on grilled vegetables.

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