Green Goddess Dressing
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Some recipes just taste fresh. Like crack-the-window, barefoot-in-the-kitchen, maybe-I-do-have-my-life-together fresh. That’s exactly what this Green Goddess Dressing is. It’s creamy, herby, bright, and packed with flavor from fresh parsley, basil, chives, dill, lemon, and just enough savory goodness to make you immediately want another bite.
Green Goddess Dressing Recipe
I’ve been using this on everything lately , green goddess salad, grain bowls, sandwiches, grilled chicken, roasted veggies, even as a dip for fries. It has that restaurant-quality flavor that feels fancy, but it’s secretly just “throw everything in a blender and push a button” easy.
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The fish sauce gives it an incredible savory depth without making it taste fishy at all. But if you want to keep it vegetarian or vegan-friendly, swapping it for soy sauce and rice vinegar works beautifully too. It’s hard to mess this one up.
Why You’ll Love This Dressing
This Green Goddess Dressing is creamy without being heavy, thanks to the combination of Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. The fresh herbs make it taste super vibrant and homemade, while the capers and fish sauce add that little “what is that?” flavor that keeps you going back for more. It’s simple enough for weekday lunches but delicious enough to feel special.
Also? It tastes like sunshine. Which is not technically a flavor profile, but you’ll understand after the first bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Salt & pepper
- Plain greek yogurt
- Mayonnaise
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh basil leaves
- Chopped chives
- Fresh dill
- Capers
- Fish sauce
- Lemon juice
Step By Step Directions
Start by adding all of the ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning. Add a little more lemon juice if you want it brighter, more salt if needed, or a splash of water to thin it out.
Tips & Tricks
- Use packed fresh herbs for the best flavor and vibrant green color. If your dressing feels too thick after chilling, stir in a teaspoon or two of water or lemon juice to loosen it back up.
- For a vegan version, swap the greek yogurt and mayo for plant-based alternatives and replace the fish sauce with equal parts soy sauce and rice vinegar.
- This dressing tastes even better after it sits in the fridge for about an hour, so the flavors have time to blend together.
Storage
Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a quick stir before serving, especially if it separates a little after sitting.
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How to Make Green Goddess Dressing
Green Goddess Dressing Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain greek yogurt
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup fresh parsley packed
- ½ cup basil leaves packed
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce
- juice of half a lemon
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor and pulse until smooth and well blended.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- For a vegetarian or vegan-friendly version, substitute the fish sauce with equal parts soy sauce and rice vinegar.
- If the dressing is too thick, thin with a splash of water or additional lemon juice.
- Dressing can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Enjoy on our Green Goddess Salad!
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Tools We Love
- Mason Jars – Wide mouth mason jars are my favorite way to prepare and store dressings!
- Stick Blender – I love an emulsified salad dressing, so smooth and no whisking necessary.
What To Serve With Green Goddess Dressing
This dressing is ridiculously versatile. Try it:
- Tossed with crisp greens
- Drizzled over grilled chicken or salmon
- Spread onto sandwiches and wraps
- As a dip for veggies or fries
- Spoon over parmesan roasted potatoes
- Mixed into pasta salad
- On grain bowls or rice bowls
I’m of the mind that if a food exists, this dressing probably works on it.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve never made homemade Green Goddess Dressing before, this is your sign. It’s quick, fresh, creamy, and wildly flavorful with almost no effort involved. One batch disappears fast around here, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself making it again a couple days later.
Frequently asked questions
Yes! In fact, it tastes even better after chilling for an hour or two because the flavors have time to blend together.
Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Absolutely. Substitute the fish sauce with equal parts soy sauce and rice vinegar. For vegan, also use plant-based yogurt and mayonnaise.
It’s creamy, bright, fresh, and herby with a savory tang from the capers and fish sauce.
Fresh herbs are strongly recommended for the best flavor and color, but dried herbs can work in a pinch. Just use smaller amounts since dried herbs are more concentrated.
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