Best 3 Homeade Avocado Salad Dressing Recipes

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Avocado salad dressing, a luscious and creamy condiment, adds a burst of flavor and richness to your favorite salads. With its vibrant green hue and velvety texture, this dressing is a delightful addition to any meal. Whether you prefer a tangy vinaigrette, a creamy ranch, or a zesty salsa, there's an avocado salad dressing recipe to suit your taste buds. Dive into a culinary journey and explore the diverse range of avocado salad dressings presented in this article, each offering a unique twist on this classic condiment.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO SALAD DRESSING



Avocado Salad Dressing image

Buttermilk and plain yogurt create the base for this thick avocado salad dressing, which gets its color from avocado and parsley. The mild mixture is refreshing when dolloped over a tossed green salad. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Salad greens and vegetables of your choice

Steps:

  • Combine the first 9 ingredients in. a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Serve over salad. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Salad With Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime, lettuce, bell pepper, fresh cilantro, black beans, red onion, corn, scallion, tomato

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 avocado, halved
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1 head lettuce, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro
15 oz black beans, 1 can
½ cup red onion, chopped
15 oz corn, 1 can
¼ cup scallion
¾ cup tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl add lettuce, peppers, cilantro, beans, onion, corn, green onion, and tomatoes.
  • Top with prepared dressing; toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 8 grams

AVOCADO DRESSING



Avocado Dressing image

I adapted this recipe from another recipe for avocado dressing that I wanted to make more healthful.

Provided by LiebAR

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

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 avocado, peeled and pitted
½ cup plain yogurt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blend avocado, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, sea salt, hot sauce, and black pepper together in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 157.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe avocados: The riper the avocado, the creamier and more flavorful the dressing will be.
  • Adjust the acidity: If you find the dressing too tart, you can add a little bit of honey or maple syrup to balance it out.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or basil, will add a pop of flavor to the dressing.
  • Experiment with different oils: You can use any type of oil you like in this dressing, but olive oil and avocado oil are both good choices.
  • Make it ahead of time: This dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Avocado salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is creamy, flavorful, and packed with healthy fats. Whether you are looking for a simple dressing for a weeknight meal or a more sophisticated dressing for a special occasion, this avocado salad dressing is sure to please.

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