Easy Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
Homemade dressing is a great way to punch up flavor in any dish, and this avocado dressing is no exception. It’s the perfect blend of fresh, zesty, tangy, and creamy and goes perfectly on our ground beef taco bowl.
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What You Will Need
Be sure to see the recipe card below for a full listing of ingredients, instructions, and estimated nutritional information.
- plain Greek yogurt & mayo – The base that gives this homemade salad dressing its creamy texture.
- fresh cilantro – Our favorite herb for adding the perfect amount of freshness and amazing flavor.
- avocado – Adds the best creaminess complete with plant based fats. A ripe avocado will give a little bit when lightly squeezed.
- lime juice and lime zest – Just a bit of acid to balance out the creamy flavors.
- dijon mustard, garlic, and red wine vinegar – Hard working ingredients that add a depth of flavor.
Chick Fil A Copycat Dressing?
Honestly, no. We didn’t even know that Chick-Fil-A had an avocado lime ranch dressing prior to making this recipe, but apparently it’s a customer favorite. We’re not sure what all goes into theirs, but we pride ourselves in using fresh herbs and simple ingredients without the preservatives to get the best tasting dressing possible.
How To Make Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing
Step 1: Next, simply add everything into your trusty food processor and blend for 1-2 minutes or until smooth!
Step 2: Taste and adjust flavor and consistency and then use on your favorite salad or taco bowl!
How to Serve
One of our favorite ways to enjoy this easy dressing is on our ground beef taco bowls, but it could also be used as a dipping sauce for veggies, tortilla chips, or dare we suggest homemade chicken nuggets? We also love it drizzled on top of tacos, rice bowls, or enchiladas that need a punch of flavor and freshness.
Recipe FAQs
- Storage: Store extra dressing in a mason jar or any other airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free yogurt alternative
- Is avocado lime ranch dressing healthy? We’re not here to give general nutrition advice or sharing our opinion on what’s healthy and what’s not. So check out the nutrition information in the recipe card and make decision that’s best for you.
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Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 small avocado, cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- zest of 1 lime
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Blend: Put all of the dressing ingredients in a small food processor or blender. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Taste: Taste and add additional salt, lime or cilantro – as desired.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for later! We love it on our Ground Beef Taco Bowl!
Notes
- Dairy Free: simply use a plain/unsweetened dairy free yogurt alternative.
- Taste: feel free to adjust the lime juice, salt, etc. to your personal preference.
- Storage: place leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Serving: we love serving over these ground beef taco bowls!
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