Green Goddess Ranch
Elevate your everyday ranch dressing with the vibrant flavors of this Green Goddess Ranch recipe! Bursting with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, cilantro, and tarragon, this creamy dressing combines tangy buttermilk, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of umami from anchovy fillets for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a homemade dressing or dip that’s irresistibly creamy and herbaceous. Whether drizzled over crisp salads, paired with crunchy vegetables, or served as a savory dip, this versatile Green Goddess Ranch is your new go-to for adding gourmet flair to any dish. Plus, it’s easy to customize to your desired consistency—perfect for dipping or pouring! Make this luscious, flavor-packed dressing at home and taste the difference fresh ingredients make.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup buttermilk
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup fresh chives
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon
- 1 each garlic clove, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 each anchovy fillets
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor or blender, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
Step 2
Add in the fresh parsley, fresh chives, fresh cilantro, fresh tarragon, minced garlic, lemon juice, and anchovy fillets to the processor.
Step 3
Blend the ingredients until all the herbs are finely chopped and the mixture is well combined and creamy.
Step 4
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning.
Step 5
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add more buttermilk a tablespoon at a time.
Step 6
Transfer the dressing into a jar or airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Serve as a salad dressing or a dip with your favorite vegetables and snacks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 587.1 grams (587.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2124 |
| Total Fat 202.00g | 259% |
| Saturated Fat 33.20g | 166% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 320mg | 107% |
| Sodium 3975mg | 173% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.10g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.10g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 11.40g | |
| Protein 21.30g | 43% |
| Vitamin D 192IU | 958% |
| Calcium 472mg | 36% |
| Iron 8mg | 42% |
| Potassium 712mg | 15% |
Source of Calories