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Avocado Lime Dressing

This avocado lime dressing is so vibrant in taste and is perfect for a Southwestern salad, or mixed with slaw, served on grilled seafood, and more!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 282 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American , Mexican , Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 2 avocados ripe, peeled, split in half, with pit removed
  • 2 cloves garlic roughly chopped
  • ½ cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 4 tablespoon jalapeños pickled, chopped
  • 3 limes juiced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper ground

Instructions

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  1. Add all of the ingredients to a blender or food processor and pulse until fully combined. This can also be done with a large spoon in a wooden bowl, mix until desired consistency.
  2. The dressing can be used immediately or transferred to a container with a tight-fitting lid and chilled in the refrigerator. Let dressing sit on the counter for about half-hour before serving, if chilled.

Notes

  • Be sure to select avocados that are not overly ripe.  They should be a bit soft to the touch, but still a little firm.  See video for how to remove the skin and pit safely. 
  • Yogurt can be substituted for the mayonnaise.  
  • This dressing is not spicy at all.  However, if you want absolutely no heat, omit the pickled jalapenos and add a teaspoon of vinegar, such as white, Sherry, or apple cider.  For extra heat, go with chopped, seeded fresh jalapenos.  For even more heat, include some of the seeds from the fresh peppers.
  • This dressing is nice and thick, which we think is ideal, but that's our taste. If you prefer it a little thinner, add a tablespoon (or more) of milk or cream until desired consistency is reached.
  • The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and freezes for up to 2 months. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 282kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 401mg (17%) Potassium 299mg (9%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 252IU (5%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 282

% Daily Value*

Calories 282kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 401mg 17%
Potassium 299mg 6%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 252IU 5%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.