Creamy Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing Recipe
This creamy avocado cilantro lime dressing is a refreshing and nutritious addition to any meal. Perfect as a dip for fresh vegetables or as a flavorful topping for salads, this dressing is dairy-free, paleo, and Whole30 friendly. Made in minutes using a blender or food processor, it combines ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, garlic, and olive oil to create a smooth and vibrant dressing that will elevate your dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 large avocado
- 1 handful cilantro (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2-4 tablespoons water (to thin, adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime or lemon
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, add the avocado, cilantro, olive oil, water, lime or lemon juice, garlic clove, and sea salt.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients together until the mixture is creamy and smooth, adjusting water quantity as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Store: Transfer the dressing to a sealed container and refrigerate. Use within 5-7 days for best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust water quantity to achieve preferred dressing thickness.
- Use freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice for optimal flavor.
- This dressing pairs well with leafy salads, grilled vegetables, and as a dip for raw veggies.
- Keep refrigerated and consume within a week to ensure freshness.
- Can be customized by adding a pinch of chili flakes or cumin for a twist.
