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Creamy Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dressing
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This creamy and zesty Avocado Lime Dressing is a quick and easy recipe perfect for adding a fresh, vibrant flavor to salads, grilled vegetables, or as a dip. Made with ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of garlic, this dressing combines smooth texture with bright, tangy notes. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's a healthy and flavorful alternative to store-bought dressings.


Ingredients

Avocado Lime Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 avocado (peeled and pitted)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)


Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Peel and pit the avocado, wash the cilantro, and peel the garlic clove to get everything ready for blending.
  2. Add to Processor: Place the avocado, cilantro, water, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and salt into a food processor or blender.
  3. Blend Until Creamy: Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides to ensure even mixing.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Taste the dressing and add extra salt if desired, blending again briefly to combine.

Notes

  • For a thinner consistency, add more water or lime juice gradually.
  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
  • This dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; stir well before serving.
  • Substitute cilantro with parsley if you prefer a milder herb flavor.
  • Great as a salad dressing, dip, or sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.