Creamy Cilantro Avocado Dressing

Elevate your salads, sandwiches, and dips with this irresistibly Creamy Cilantro Avocado Dressing! Packed with the vibrant flavors of fresh cilantro, creamy avocado, tangy Greek yogurt, and zesty lime juice, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between freshness and richness. A splash of olive oil and a hint of garlic bring depth, while an optional touch of honey adds a subtle sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile, nutrient-packed dressing can be easily adjusted to your desired consistency with a bit of water. Whether drizzled over a crisp salad or used as a dipping sauce, this homemade dressing is a healthy, flavorful alternative to store-bought options. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and can be made ahead for up to three days!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium Avocado
• 1 cup (packed) Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional for sweetness)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water (to adjust consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Add the cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper into the blender.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is evenly combined.

Step 4

Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to adjust the dressing to your desired consistency. Blend after each addition until smooth.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(520.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	585.2

Total Fat 53.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 2.0mg	0%
Sodium 1265.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 176.6mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1343.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.5%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 16.1%