Made with fresh herbs, this creamy Green Goddess Dressing is a classic recipe for salads, fish, and pasta. With a pretty green tint, this tangy dressing has a robust flavor from fresh garlic, salty anchovy paste, and sour lemon juice.
You can enjoy it on the Best Salad For A Crowd and on Grilled Lemon Chicken. It’s also great as a dip with vegetables and pita chips when it’s time to entertain!
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This is not your average salad dressing! If you’ve been following me for long, then you know I’m crazy about homemade salad dressings. I love the bright, fresh flavor of Blueberry Vinaigrette and you can always find a jar of Greek Dressing in my fridge. If you’ve never tried Green Goddess, now’s your chance!
What Is Green Goddess Dressing?
It’s a creamy, herb-infused dressing bursting with flavor. It is believed to have its roots at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco in 1923. Thanks to Kraft Foods, this delicious concoction was such a hit that it found its way into kitchens all across America.
Green Goddess Dressing Ingredients
- Fresh chives and parsley – Together, these add tons of fresh flavor and are the base of this dressing.
- Fresh tarragon – Dried is fine if you can’t find fresh.
- Garlic – Fresh garlic is a must for this dressing.
- Anchovy Paste—This might seem odd, but anchovy paste adds an umami or savory flavor that elevates this dressing to a great level.
- Mayonnaise – You creamy mayo spread, not dressing.
- Sour Cream – This adds tang but you could also use plain Greek yogurt.
- Lemons – You will also need a little lemon juice to thin out the dressing and add brightness.
Variations And Additions
- Add other herbs such as basil, dill, or cilantro.
- This dressing is thick and delicious, but if you want it a bit runnier, add a little water to thin it out more.
How To Make Creamy Green Goddess Dressing
- Add the herbs to the food processor and blend until finely chopped.
- Toss in the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy.
Donya’s Success Tips
- Chop the herbs first. If the herbs are already small, it is much easier to blend the dressing.
- Stop to scrap: Scrape down the sides of the food processor or blender to make sure everything is blended well.
- Store it in a mason jar: Another similar container will work, too, but I find a mason jar easy to pour from.
Commonly Asked Questions
You can store this dressing in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Absolutely! It’s delicious with fresh carrots, cucumbers and other veggies. I love it with Spicy Ranch Crackers, and Air Fryer Cajun Potatoes.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh parsley – chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chives – chopped
- 2 tablespoons tarragon – chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add parsley, chives, tarragon and garlic to a blender or food processor. Pulse to finely chop. Add in anchovy paste, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt and pepper and blend until creamy and smooth.
- Store in refrigerator until ready to serve. Can be stored for up to one week.
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I’m excited to try the green goddess dressing. I always have fresh parsley on hand but not so much chives and terragon. I’m sure fresh is best, but can I use chives and terragon in the dried form?