Description
This creamy Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing is a vibrant and tangy sauce perfect for salads, tacos, or as a dip. Made with fresh avocado, zesty lime juice, and a hint of jalapeno for subtle heat, this dressing blends creamy texture with bright, fresh flavors in just minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1 small jalapeno (seeds removed, leave them in if you want it spicy)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium Haas avocado
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp chopped scallion
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/8 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including the low-fat buttermilk, jalapeno with seeds removed for mild heat, fresh cilantro, ripe Haas avocado, garlic clove, chopped scallion, lime juice, cumin, freshly ground pepper, and kosher salt.
- Blend Ingredients: Place all ingredients into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring the avocado and herbs are fully incorporated.
- Adjust Consistency: Check the texture of the dressing. For a thinner consistency suitable for salads, add more buttermilk and blend briefly. For a thicker dip-like consistency, use less buttermilk.
- Serve or Store: Use the dressing immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before using if stored.
Notes
- Leaving the jalapeno seeds in will make the dressing spicier; remove seeds for milder flavor.
- Use ripe Haas avocado for the creamiest texture and best taste.
- This dressing can double as a dip for vegetables or chips.
- Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the lime juice helps prevent browning.
- Adjust seasoning and lime juice to taste after blending for perfect balance.
