We love a good ranch dressing, but really hate all the unhealthy fat in the typical mayonnaise or oil-based creamy dressings. This avocado ranch dressing takes our favorite dressing to the next level, replacing heavy mayo with creamy avocado and Greek yogurt. It’s perfect in our BLT pasta salad or drizzled over our chicken salad tostadas.
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Key Ingredients and Substitutions
This delicious avocado ranch dressing is a great solution for overripe avocados and comes together in 5 minutes.
The full ingredient list and measurements are listed in the printable recipe below.
- Avocado is what makes this dressing nice and creamy.
- Greek Yogurt provides some additional creaminess and tanginess to the dressing. You can substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt if you don’t have it.
- Fresh Dill, Parsley, and Chives are the key herbs in ranch dressing.
- Lemon Juice adds brightness and acid to the dressing. Lime juice can be used as a substitute for lemon juice.
Ways to Use Creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing
We love avocados, and this dressing is the perfect solution for those that are a little over-ripe.
- Salads: This dressing is an excellent alternative to traditional ranch dressing on salads, including BLT pasta salad.
- Substitute for Sour Cream: It is the perfect drizzle on top of our chicken salad tostadas, cola-marinated beef fajitas, or loaded potato wedges.
- Substitute for Mayo: Leave off the mayo on your next sandwich or burger and substitute it with some creamy avocado ranch dressing.
- As a Dip: Skip the ranch and dip your veggies in some of this dressing instead.
How to Make Creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing
Here are the quick, step-by-step instructions with visuals; you can find the full instructions, including the exact ingredients, in the recipe card below.
Pro-tip: This dressing only lasts about 3-5 days in the refrigerator, so only make as much as you need.
1. Combine Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine avocado, yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, chives, parsley, salt, and pepper, then blend/pulse until smooth. Scrape down the sides a couple of times between pulses. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water or milk to thin the dressing to get your desired consistency. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerator until needed.
2. Enjoy: Besides your favorite salad, this dressing goes great on top of tacos, tostadas, as a dressing for sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies/chips.
Recipe Tips and Notes
- To thin out the dressing, add a little water or milk. You might need to adjust the salt after adding the additional liquids.
- This dressing can also be made in a blender or immersion blender.
Frequently Asked Questions
More Dressing Recipes to Try
Looking for more dressing recipes? Try these other favorites:
- Creamy Cilantro Avocado Dressing – Quick and easy and the perfect topping for tacos, salads, or as a dip for chips or veggies.
- Homemade Caesar Dressing with Anchovies – Using golden egg yolks and anchovies, this restaurant-style dressing recipe is perfect for your next salad.
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Creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing
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Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1 large avocado, skin and seed removed
- 4 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- kosher salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup milk, as needed
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine avocado, yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, chives, parsley, salt, and pepper. Blend until well-combined.
- Continue blending and add milk a tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until needed.
