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Creamy Avocado Herb Dressing (Vegan, Oil-Free!)
A creamy, tangy dressing with garden-fresh basil, parsley, and lemon! It's easy to make, full of flavor, and so tasty drizzled on a variety of salads. Customize it with your favorite herbs!
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 3 (1/3 cup servings)
Calories: 127 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Vegan , gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 small avocado (or 1/2 large avocado)
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley
- 1/3 cup fresh basil (or dill, cilantro, etc.)
- 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 3 Tbsp. water (more as need for desired consistency)
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp. white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp. agave (or other sweetener)
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Puree all ingredients in a small food processor or blender until smooth. (Scrape down sides with spatula as needed.)
- Add more water if needed, a little at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. (More salt, lemon juice, sweetener, etc.)
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Notes
- Avocado: Feel free to substitute with dairy-free yogurt (plain & unsweetened) or silken tofu for the creamy base.
- Make it a veggie dip: Add less water for a thicker consistency.
- Yield: Recipe makes about 3/4 cup dressing.
Nutrition Information
Calories
127kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Potassium
395mg
(11%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
803IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
24mg
(27%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3(1/3 cup servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127
% Daily Value*
Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
Protein | 2g | 4% |
Fat | 10g | 15% |
Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
Potassium | 395mg | 8% |
Fiber | 5g | 20% |
Sugar | 3g | 6% |
Vitamin A | 803IU | 16% |
Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.