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A thick, vibrant pale green Avocado Ranch Dressing is shown in a glass mason jar, topped with a dollop on a wooden spoon and a sprinkle of chopped parsley or cilantro.

Avocado ranch dressing how to make it creamy and fresh

By Nancy
Want a fresher twist on ranch? Avocado ranch dressing is creamy, tangy, and easy to make in minutes. Learn the simple recipe now.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dressing, Dip, Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Buttermilk
  • Fresh herbs
  • Garlic powder & onion powder
  • Salt & black pepper
  • Lime juice

Instructions
 

Prep the Avocado

  • Slice it in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and drop it into your blender. Simple.
    By the way, if your avocado is a little underripe, place it in a paper bag with a banana overnight. Works like a charm.
    Fresh avocado cubes arranged in the bowl of a clear food processor, ready to be blended into a homemade ranch dressing.

2. Add the Base

  • Now add your Greek yogurt (or sour cream), buttermilk, and those fresh herbs. Don’t stress about measuring herbs perfectly; a handful of chopped parsley works fine.
    Add garlic powder, onion powder, a pinch of salt, and some black pepper. Taste later you can always add more. To be honest with you, seasoning makes or breaks the flavour.
    Ingredients for avocado ranch dressing made in a food processor, including diced avocado, cottage cheese, chopped herbs, garlic powder, and spices.

3. Blend Until Creamy

  • Pulse until smooth. Check the consistency. Too thick? Add a splash more buttermilk. Too thin? Toss in an extra spoon of yogurt.
    A creamy, green avocado ranch dressing, freshly blended with fresh herbs, displayed inside a transparent food processor.

4. Chill & Serve

  • Transfer it to a jar, refrigerate for 20 minutes, then taste again. Cold dressing always tastes sharper and smoother.
    A metal spoon scooping up some smooth, creamy avocado ranch dressing from a full glass bowl.

Notes

Nutritional Information

(per 2 tablespoons)
  • Calories: ~90
  • Fat: 7g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Carbs: 3g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Rich in potassium and vitamin E
Note: The nutritional values provided are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, quantities, and brands used.
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