Green Goddess Dressing (Printable Version)

A vibrant, herby dressing bursting with fresh herbs, Greek yogurt, and tangy lemon. Versatile for salads, bowls, and dips.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy & Base

01 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
02 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise

→ Fresh Herbs

03 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
04 - 1/4 cup fresh chives
05 - 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves

→ Aromatics & Flavor

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 small garlic clove
09 - 2 anchovy fillets (optional, for authentic flavor)
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional

12 - 1-2 tablespoons milk or water, to thin if desired

# Directions:

01 - Place Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy fillets (if using), and Dijon mustard in a blender or food processor.
02 - Process until completely smooth and vibrantly green, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed for even incorporation.
03 - Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to preference.
04 - If a thinner dressing is preferred, blend in milk or water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
05 - Transfer to an airtight container or jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
06 - Serve chilled as a salad dressing, vegetable dip, or sandwich spread. Store refrigerated for up to 4 days.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This dressing transforms even the most humble lettuce into something you might pay $16 for at a trendy bistro, but takes just minutes to whip up at home.
  • The vibrant green color and fresh herb flavor make everything feel special, whether its a quick lunch salad or part of a dinner party spread.
02 -
  • I once skipped the resting time and served immediately, but the difference after 30 minutes in the fridge is remarkable as the garlic mellows and the herbs fully infuse the creamy base.
  • After making this dozens of times, Ive learned that room temperature lemons yield significantly more juice than cold ones, so leave yours out for an hour before squeezing.
03 -
  • For the most vibrant green color, blanch the herbs in boiling water for just 10 seconds then plunge into ice water before blending, which sets the chlorophyll and prevents browning.
  • When serving as a dip, hollow out a small head of cabbage to create an edible bowl that keeps the dressing cold throughout a party while adding serious presentation points.
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