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    Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing

    Published: Jan 9, 2023 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This healthy cilantro avocado dressing is a flavorful, from-scratch sauce. It only takes a handful of simple, nutritious ingredients and 5 minutes to make this lusciously creamy, irresistibly delicious lime avocado dressing! Serve it over your favorite salads, as a flavor boost for tacos, etc.

    a jar of Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing with a spoon in it

    I'm a firm believer that when it comes to sauces and dressings, homemade is always the best choice.

    This lime avocado dressing is easy to make with a handful of simple & nutritious ingredients in only 5 minutes.

    It's lusciously creamy, bursting with flavor and tastes great on everything.

    a spoonful of Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing

    Cilantro Avocado Dressing: Ingredients & Substitutions

    • Avocado. Use a large, ripe avocado to make this recipe. A ripe avocado is soft to the touch & not hard.
    • Olive Oil. avocado oil is a great substitute for olive oil in this recipe.
    • Sour Cream. full-fat Greek yogurt is a good substitute for sour cream.
    • Lime Juice. Fresh or bottled lime juice both can be used in this recipe.
    • Honey. I don't recommend substitutions for the honey, although you can use granulated sugar, or just omit it all together.
    • Minced Garlic. Use fresh minced garlic or jarred.
    • Fresh Cilantro. Please do not substitute the cilantro. If you want an Italian-style avocado sauce try this avocado pasta sauce with basil.
    overhead view of the ingredients in this avocado dressing recipe

    How to Make Avocado Dressing

    This avocado dressing recipe only takes 2 steps! But we'll still walk through it together, and don't forget to watch the video as well.

    Begin by combining the ingredients in the container of a high-powered blender or food processor fitted with the “S” blade.

    ingredients for this Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing recipe in the container of a food processor

    Then, blend or pulse the blender/food processor until the mixture is smooth. You may need to pause, scrape down the sides and continue if you have an appliance with a large container.

    Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing after being processed in a food processor

    Store/Freeze

    Transfer the lime avocado dressing to a glass container with a lid and store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it or up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 1 month.

    To prevent browning: Store it in a glass jar and tap it on the counter to get rid of any air bubbles. Then, either sprinkle lime juice over the top/surface of the dressing, or carefully press plastic wrap into the surface so that no air can get to it. Then, secure the lid tightly.

    a glass jar of avocado dressing with a spoon inside

    Serve

    Serve on top of your favorite salads - especially taco salad.

    It's also a great sauce to serve alongside your favorite Mexican recipes to really "wow" your friends and family! We serve it with these recipes:

    • Ground beef tacos - I make these weekly!
    • Crockpot Chicken Tacos - so easy and healthy!
    • Sweet potato tacos - a delicious vegetarian option.
    • Chicken enchiladas.
    • Chicken Fajitas.

    I often just slater leftovers on top of my scrambled eggs in the morning too! It also tastes great on southwest style pasta dishes!

    Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing drizzled on top of a taco salad

    Recipe FAQs

    What does cilantro avocado dressing taste like?

    It tastes like a refreshing, creamy guacamole!

    Does avocado dressing turn brown?

    Yes, you have to store it carefully to prevent browning.
    To prevent browning: Store it in a glass jar and tap it on the counter to get rid of any air bubbles. Then, either sprinkle lime juice over the top/surface of the dressing, or carefully press plastic wrap into the surface so that no air can get to it. Then, secure the lid tightly.

    How long does avocado dressing last?

    Up to 5 days in the refrigerator or 1 month in the freezer.

    overhead view of Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing in a glass jar with a spoon inside

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    Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing Recipe

    Laura
    This healthy cilantro avocado dressing is a flavorful, from-scratch sauce. It only takes a handful of simple, nutritious ingredients and 5 minutes to make this lusciously creamy, irresistibly delicious lime avocado dressing! Serve it over your favorite salads, as a flavor boost for tacos, etc.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course condiment, dressing, Salad, sauce
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 8 Servings (2 TBS)
    Calories 119 kcal

    Equipment

    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula
    • Vitamix blender
    • Food processor
    • 8 oz mason jars

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 avocado, ripe
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • ½ cup fresh Cilantro
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
    • pinch Freshly ground pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Combine ingredients in the container of a high-powered blender (or food processor fitted with the “S” blade).
    • Blend/pulse until mixture is smooth. You may need to pause, scrape down the sides, and continue blending/processing.
    • Use on top of your favorite salad, as a compliment to your favorite Mexican Recipes, or store in a glass jar in the refrigerator until ready to use.

    Video

    Notes

    Ingredient Substitutions: 
    • Olive Oil. avocado oil is a great substitute for olive oil in this recipe.
    • Sour Cream. full-fat Greek yogurt is a good substitute for sour cream.
    • Lime Juice. Fresh or bottled lime juice both can be used in this recipe.
    • Minced Garlic. Use fresh minced garlic or jarred.
    Store/Freeze
    Transfer the lime avocado dressing to a glass container with a lid and store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it or up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 1 month.
    To prevent browning:
    Store it in a glass jar and tap it on the counter to get rid of any air bubbles. Then, either sprinkle lime juice over the top/surface of the dressing, or carefully press plastic wrap into the surface so that no air can get to it. Then, secure the lid tightly.
    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve on top of your favorite salads - especially taco salad.
    It's also a great sauce to serve alongside your favorite Mexican recipes. We serve it with these recipes:
    • Ground beef tacos 
    • Crockpot Chicken Tacos 
    • Sweet potato tacos 
    • Chicken enchiladas.
    • Chicken Fajitas.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2TBSCalories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 78mgPotassium: 145mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 152IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.3mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you purchase a product through a link you clicked on here, I receive a portion of the sale. Thank you for supporting JoyFoodSunshine! 

    The photos in this post were taken by Nyssa from Nyssa's Kitchen.

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