Heart-Healthy Cilantro Avocado Dressing
Elevate your salads and snacks with this creamy and zesty Heart-Healthy Cilantro Avocado Dressing, a vibrant blend of wholesome ingredients designed to nourish and delight. This easy 10-minute recipe features ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a touch of Greek yogurt for a luscious, guilt-free creaminess. Enhanced by heart-smart olive oil and a hint of honey, this versatile dressing is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Perfect as a salad topper or a dip for fresh veggies, its silky texture and refreshing taste make it a must-have for clean eating enthusiasts. Packed with healthy fats and bursting with bold flavors, this dressing is your new secret weapon for adding a nutritious twist to any dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 large Ripe avocado
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Peel and pit the avocado, scooping the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Step 2
Add the fresh cilantro leaves to the blender.
Step 3
Squeeze fresh limes to extract the lime juice, adding it to the blender.
Step 4
Pour in the olive oil and Greek yogurt for creaminess.
Step 5
Peel the garlic clove and mince it finely before adding to the mix.
Step 6
Add honey, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavors.
Step 7
Pour the water to help achieve a smooth consistency, and blend all ingredients until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Step 8
Check the consistency; if it's too thick, add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Step 9
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 10
Transfer the dressing to a serving container and enjoy over your favorite salad or use as a dip for fresh veggies.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (662.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 797.1 |
| Total Fat 74.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1262.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 35.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.9g | |
| Protein 10.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 189.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1677.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories