Heart-Healthy Avocado Ranch Dressing

Creamy, tangy, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Avocado Ranch Dressing is a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Made with ripe avocado, low-fat Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs like dill and parsley, this recipe delivers the rich, zesty flavor of ranch without adding unnecessary calories or unhealthy fats. A touch of fresh lemon juice brightens the dressing, while garlic and onion powders add depth and savory notes. Blended to velvety perfection in just 10 minutes, this avocado ranch dressing is perfect as a salad topping, a dip for crisp veggies, or a drizzle over grilled proteins. Plus, its high nutritional value, thanks to heart-healthy avocado fats and protein-packed yogurt, makes it a guilt-free indulgence. Low-fat, flavorful, and refreshingly light, it’s an essential addition to any health-conscious kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 large ripe avocado
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (low-fat)
• 0.25 cup buttermilk (low-fat)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

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 Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and lemon juice to the blender.

Step 3

Roughly chop fresh dill and parsley, then add them to the blender.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.

Step 6

Add the water to the blender and blend again until you reach your desired dressing consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Add more lemon juice for tang, water for thinner consistency, or salt to enhance flavors.

Step 8

Transfer the dressing to a sealable container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

Step 9

Serve the avocado ranch dressing as a salad dressing, dip for vegetables, or topping for grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(433.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	437.1

Total Fat 31.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 8.4mg	0%
Sodium 715.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 233.9mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 1294.8mg	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: 60.9%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 24.9%