Avocado Lime Dressing
Creamy, bright dressing that takes 3 minutes and makes bowls and salads feel finished--no mayo required.
Timing note: 8 mins
Avocado Lime Dressing
Creamy, bright dressing that takes 3 minutes and makes bowls and salads feel finished--no mayo required.
Timing note: 8 mins
The Key Move
Blend avocado with lime and enough water to make it pourable; thickness is adjustable, brightness is mandatory.
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The Setup
- Blender
- Microplane or ZesterOptional
The Mise en Place
5 of 7Your prep station before cooking begins
Seasoning (0/2)
The Pantry (0/1)
My dressing is too thick to pour.
No problem, that's an easy fix. Just add a tablespoon of water at a time and give it another quick blend. You're looking for that perfect pourable consistency, and you can always a…
It tastes a little flat, not bright enough.
Ah, avocados can be a bit shy sometimes! They need a good amount of seasoning to really shine. Try adding just a pinch more salt and another splash of lime juice. That'll wake it r…
Chef's Notes
Refrigerate up to 3 days. Press plastic wrap onto the surface to reduce browning.
The Method
BLEND
Prep aheadBlend avocado (1 whole), lime juice (3 tbsp), olive oil (2 tbsp), water (¼ cups), garlic (1 clove) (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
Water controls thickness. Lime controls brightness. • Smooth green dressing with no chunks • Fresh lime aroma
Dressing is creamy and bright, not thick paste
ADJUST
Prep aheadTaste. Add 1-2 tbsp water (¼ cups) to thin and a pinch more salt if needed.
If it tastes flat, it's missing salt or lime, not more ingredients. • Ribbons off a spoon without clumping • Bright citrus finish
Pourable dressing with balanced salt and acid
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