Green Goddess Salad Avocado (Printable version)
Crisp cucumber and creamy avocado blend with vibrant herbs in a chilled salad with green dressing.
# List of ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups English cucumber, diced
02 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
03 - 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
04 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, thinly sliced
05 - 4 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
07 - ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
08 - ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
→ Green Goddess Dressing
09 - ½ cup Greek yogurt
10 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
13 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - 2 anchovy fillets or 1 teaspoon capers
16 - ¼ cup fresh parsley
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon
18 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives
19 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, anchovies or capers, parsley, tarragon, chives, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
02 - Place cucumber, avocado, romaine lettuce, sugar snap peas, green onions, parsley, chives, and basil in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the prepared Green Goddess dressing over the salad. Toss gently using salad tongs or two large spoons to coat all ingredients evenly, being careful not to mash the avocado pieces.
04 - Serve immediately while vegetables remain crisp. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The homemade Green Goddess dressing puts store-bought versions to shame, and you probably have everything you need already
- Its that rare salad that actually fills you up while still feeling light and refreshing
02 -
- The dressing tastes even better after an hour in the fridge, so make it first and let the flavors meld while you prep the vegetables
- Wait until the absolute last second to cut and add the avocado, or it will turn brown and sad before anyone takes a bite
03 -
- If your dressing seems too thick, thin it with water instead of more oil to keep it lighter
- Wash and dry your herbs thoroughly, or water will make your dressing separate and look curdled