Description
A tangy and creamy Green Goddess dressing made with Greek yogurt, bright herbs, and lemon, perfect for salads and dips.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (light or avocado oil recommended)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs, packed (suggested: parsley, chives, tarragon)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Optional: 1–2 anchovy fillets or 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons water to thin, if needed
Instructions
- Measure and prep the ingredients. Wash and roughly chop the herbs. Mince the garlic.
- Combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a medium bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- Stream in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
- Stir in the finely chopped herbs and optional anchovy or Dijon if using.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Adjust lemon or salt to brighten the flavor.
- If too thick, whisk in 1 tablespoon (up to 2) of water to reach desired consistency.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld (optional). Stir before serving.
Notes
This dressing is versatile and can be used as a salad dressing, dip, or sauce for grilled meats. Best used within 4–5 days when stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American