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4.86 from 14 votes

Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

This Green Goddess Dressing is packed with fresh ingredients like spinach, basil, parsley, and chives and finished with creamy mayonnaise and fresh lemon juice. So insanely delicious and perfect on salads, sandwiches, or as a dip for fresh veggies.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 541kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup baby spinach - packed
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves - packed
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves - packed
  • 1 bunch fresh chives - minced
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise - plus more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • 1 clove garlic - peeled
  • ¼ teaspoon salt - plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper - plus more to taste

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to the bowl of a high-speed blender or food processor.
    All of the ingredients needed to make homemade green goddess dressing in the bowl of a blender.
  • Blend or process the ingredients until smooth and well combined. If needed, scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor and blend again to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated and blended.
    Beautiful emerald colored homemade green goddess dressing in the bowl of a blender.
  • Taste the dressing and season with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
  • Once the dressing reaches your desired consistency and flavor, carefully transfer it to a jar or airtight container. Store the dressing in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

  • Keep this dressing stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Shake or stir before using as it may have separated a bit while in the fridge. Freezing is not recommended.
  • Optional additions/substitutions: sour cream and/or Greek yogurt, fresh tarragon, green onions or scallions.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 27g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 1191mg | Potassium: 358mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4610IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 3mg
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