Description
Love Panera’s Green Goddess Dressing? Now you can make it at home with fresh herbs, creamy Greek yogurt, and avocado! This homemade version is healthier, packed with flavor, and perfect for salads, wraps, and dipping. 🌱🥗
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream for a richer taste) 🥛
- 1 small avocado, peeled and pitted 🥑
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess) 🥄
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 🍏
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 🍋
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves 🌿
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves 🌱
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped 🌾
- 1 small garlic clove, minced 🧄
- ½ tsp salt 🧂
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2–4 tbsp water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Wash and chop fresh herbs (basil, parsley, chives).
- Mince the garlic and scoop out the avocado.
Step 2: Blend the Dressing
- Add all ingredients (except water) to a blender or food processor.
- Blend on low, then gradually increase speed until smooth.
Step 3: Adjust the Consistency
- If too thick, add 1 tbsp of water at a time and blend until desired consistency is reached.
- If too thin, blend in more avocado or Greek yogurt.
Step 4: Taste and Adjust Flavor
- Taste the dressing and adjust:
- Need more tanginess? Add a little extra lemon juice.
- Too bland? Add a pinch of salt.
- Want it creamier? Blend in more Greek yogurt or a touch of mayonnaise.
Step 5: Store and Serve
- Transfer to a sealed jar or container.
- Let sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Use within 5-7 days for the freshest taste!
Notes
💡 Make it Dairy-Free – Swap Greek yogurt for cashew cream or coconut yogurt.
💡 Make it Vegan – Use vegan mayo and dairy-free yogurt.
💡 Extra Flavor Boost – Add a pinch of onion powder or nutritional yeast for depth.
💡 Storage Tip – Keep it airtight to prevent oxidation and browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes ⏳
- Cook Time: 0 minutes 🔥
- Category: Dressings & Sauces 🥗
- Method: Blending ⚙️
- Cuisine: American 🍽️
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg