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Avocado Dressing

This versatile creamy Avocado Dressing is made with simple wholesome ingredients, perfect for topping salads, grain bowls, sandwiches, wraps, or your favorite dishes! Everything blends easily in the food processor for a no-fuss anytime dressing.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Jenné Claiborne

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado pitted
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves plus more for garnish
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds or pine nuts, toasted
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp sea salt plus more to taste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Add the pitted avocado, basil leaves, pumpkin seeds, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the bowl of a food processor. Blend until creamy.
  • If desired, add water or more oil to thin the dressing or season to taste with more salt.

Notes

Storage Directions
Transfer leftover avocado dressing to an airtight container. To help prevent browning, place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the dressing before sealing the container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving. 
Recipe Pro-Tips
  • Use quality ingredients. The key to the best avocado salad dressing recipe is using high-quality ingredients. Choose a ripe avocado, fresh basil, fresh lemon juice, and a good brand of olive oil for the best results. 
  • Adjust dressing consistency. If the dressing seems too thick after blending, gradually add water or more olive oil, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. 
  • Season to taste. Start with the recommended amount of salt, pepper, and lemon juice and adjust to taste as needed. 
  • Blend well. Use a food processor to blend all ingredients for a smooth, homogenous dressing. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed to fully incorporate the ingredients.
  • Add a garnish. For extra presentation and flavor, sprinkle the top of this easy avocado dressing with extra toasted seeds, chopped fresh basil, or lemon zest.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 392IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg