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Creamy avocado lime dressing in a glass jar with a spoon, fresh lime wedge and cilantro nearby.
Maryam

Creamy Avocado Lime Dressing

A silky, vibrant dressing that transforms any salad or bowl into something crave-worthy with just 5 minutes of work.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment, Salad
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 85

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 large ripe Hass avocado pitted and flesh scooped
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice from about 2 limes
  • 1 tsp lime zest finely grated
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat for creamiest texture
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small clove garlic minced or grated
  • 0.25 cup cilantro lightly packed, leaves and tender stems
  • 1 tsp honey or agave for vegan
  • 0.5 tsp fine sea salt plus more to taste
  • 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp water cold, plus more as needed

Equipment

  • Food Processor or Blender
  • Microplane or fine grater
  • Citrus Juicer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Make the Dressing
  1. Zest one lime first, then juice both limes into a small bowl. Mince the garlic and roughly chop the cilantro, including some tender stems for extra flavor.
  2. In a food processor or blender, combine the avocado flesh, lime juice, lime zest, Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, honey, salt, and pepper. Process until completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides once, about 1 minute.
  3. With the machine running, drizzle in the cold water through the feed tube. Blend until the dressing is pourable but still coats the back of a spoon, similar to heavy cream. Add more water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed.
  4. Taste and adjust salt, lime, or honey as needed. The dressing will taste bright and slightly tangy. Let it sit for 5 minutes so the flavors meld, then taste again and adjust if necessary.
  5. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning, then seal. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Stir before using as it will thicken when cold.

Notes

For the greenest color, make this right before serving - though the lime juice keeps it surprisingly vibrant for days. If your avocado is slightly underripe, add an extra tablespoon of yogurt to achieve silkiness. This doubles beautifully as a dip: simply use half the water and serve with raw vegetables or tortilla chips.