Best 6 Avocado Ranch Dressing Recipes

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Craving a creamy, tangy, and flavorful dressing that's perfect for salads, tacos, burgers, and more? Look no further than avocado ranch dressing! This versatile dressing combines the richness of avocado with the classic flavors of buttermilk ranch, creating a smooth, luscious texture and a burst of flavor.

In this comprehensive guide, you'll find not one but three delectable avocado ranch dressing recipes to suit your preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic flavors, prefer a spicy kick, or crave a lighter, dairy-free option, we've got you covered. Discover the creamy avocado ranch dressing, the spicy avocado ranch dressing, and the dairy-free avocado ranch dressing, all bursting with unique flavors that will elevate your culinary creations.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO-LIME RANCH DRESSING



Avocado-Lime Ranch Dressing image

This dressing is good as a salad dressing or as a dip for veggies. The recipe yields just over 2 cups of dressing, and can be halved if less is needed.

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large avocado, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon chopped dill
½ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried chives
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine avocado and garlic in a blender or large food processor and process until well pureed.
  • Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over avocado mixture in the blender. Add dill, parsley, chives, salt, onion powder, and pepper. Puree until liquefied. Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 159.9 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

AVOCADO RANCH SALAD DRESSING



Avocado Ranch Salad Dressing image

This recipe goes very well as a vegetable dipping sauce!

Provided by Emily Kisling

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup ripe avocado
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon buttermilk
1 ½ teaspoons distilled white vinegar
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon dried parsley
1 pinch dried dill weed
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mash avocado in a bowl, then stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and vinegar. Sprinkle with salt, parsley, dill, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir until well blended, chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 131.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

AVOCADO RANCH DRESSING



Avocado Ranch Dressing image

This recipe has the flavor of traditional ranch dressing but is extra smooth and creamy, thanks to the avocado. Making dressing at home is a great alternative to store-bought because you know exactly what's inside. Dip crunchy veggies into the dressing for an easy afternoon snack.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 45m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 8-ounce avocado, halved, pitted and peeled
1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
3 scallions, whites and light greens chopped
3 scallions, whites and light greens chopped
1/2 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup loosely packed chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh dill leaves
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Process the avocado, buttermilk, vinegar, scallions, garlic, chives, dill and parsley in a blender until smooth. Season with 1/2 teaspoon fine salt and a few grinds of pepper. Transfer to a medium bowl, cover with plastic wrap so that it sits directly on the dressing and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 1 day before using.

EASY AVOCADO-LIME RANCH DRESSING



Easy Avocado-Lime Ranch Dressing image

A twist on original ranch, this avocado-lime version saves time by using powdered ranch dressing mix and a few simple ingredients. Use it to dip veggies, atop a salad, or on chipotle chicken tacos! This recipe can easily be doubled for a large crowd. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Provided by France C

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Ranch Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup milk, or as needed
½ medium avocado, diced
1 ½ tablespoons ranch dressing mix
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons dried cilantro
¼ teaspoon grated lime zest
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, milk, avocado, ranch dressing mix, lime juice, dried cilantro, lime zest, and white pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended. Blend in extra milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, for a thinner consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 177.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

SOUTHWESTERN RANCH DRESSING COLE SLAW WITH AVOCADO



Southwestern Ranch Dressing Cole Slaw With Avocado image

A creamy ranch slaw with traditional Mexican spices of cumin and cilantro. Add more or cut back on spices to your taste. For people unfamiliar with cumin or cilatro, you may want to omit or just use a pinch.

Provided by STARTERWIFE

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 qt., 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces packaged coleslaw mix
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1 green onion, diced
1 cup ripe avocado, cubed
1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried coriander or 1/4 teaspoon dried cilantro, powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place vegetables in a large bowl (do not add avocado until ready to serve to preserve color).
  • In separate bowl, mix dressing and spices.
  • Pour over vegetables and mix.
  • Chill or top with avocado and serve at once.

SPINACH SALAD WITH AVOCADO-RANCH DRESSING



SPINACH SALAD WITH AVOCADO-RANCH DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Pepper     Vegetable     No-Cook     Avocado

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted, divided
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dried
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 5-to-6- ounce package baby spinach (about 8 cups)
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed

Steps:

  • 1. Scoop 1 avocado half into a blender; add buttermilk, dill, vinegar, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Puree until smooth. 2. Cut the remaining avocado half into 1/2-inch chunks. Combine spinach, bell pepper and chickpeas in a large bowl. Add the dressing; toss to coat. Divide among 4 salad plates and top with the chopped avocado.

Tips:

  • Use ripe avocados: The riper the avocados, the creamier and more flavorful your dressing will be.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, and chives, will add a pop of color and flavor to your dressing.
  • Adjust the spices to your liking: If you like a spicier dressing, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder dressing, omit the chili powder or cayenne pepper altogether.
  • Make ahead of time: This dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve with your favorite foods: Avocado ranch dressing is a delicious addition to salads, tacos, burgers, and chicken. It can also be used as a dip for vegetables or chips.

Conclusion:

Avocado ranch dressing is a creamy, flavorful, and versatile dressing that is perfect for salads, tacos, burgers, and chicken. It is also a healthy alternative to traditional ranch dressing, as it is made with avocados instead of mayonnaise. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this delicious dressing at home in just a few minutes. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dressing, give avocado ranch dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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