Description
Ina Garten’s green goddess dressing brings California coastal charm to salads with fresh herbs and zesty flavor. Creamy, tangy, and packed with parsley, chives, and tarragon, this classic recipe elevates simple greens into a restaurant-worthy experience you can’t wait to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 heads Bibb lettuce, quartered
- 2 to 3 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
Sauce Ingredients:
- 240 milliliters (8 fluid ounces) good-quality mayonnaise
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 cup (about 6–7) chopped scallions (white and green parts)
- 25 grams (0.88 ounces) chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (about 2 cloves)
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the flavor-packed Green Goddess dressing by combining mayonnaise, freshly chopped scallions, fragrant basil leaves, tangy lemon juice, minced garlic, savory anchovy paste, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a blender or food processor.
- Pulse the mixture until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Gently fold in the sour cream, mixing just enough to incorporate without overworking the dressing, which could compromise its delicate texture.
- If not serving immediately, transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Carefully trim the core from each Bibb lettuce head, then slice into elegant quarters, creating a delicate base for the salad.
- Arrange the lettuce quarters artfully on individual serving plates, creating a crisp and inviting foundation.
- Cut ripe tomatoes into generous wedges, distributing them strategically around the lettuce to add color and fresh flavor.
- Drizzle the vibrant Green Goddess dressing generously over the salad, ensuring each component is lightly coated with the herb-infused sauce.
- Serve the salad immediately to preserve the lettuce’s crisp texture and the dressing’s peak flavor profile.
Notes
- Grab high-quality anchovies from specialty stores for maximum flavor intensity.
- Blend ingredients slowly to prevent separation and maintain smooth consistency.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator.
- Experiment with different herbs like parsley or dill for unique taste variations.
- Consider using a food processor for ultra-creamy texture and thorough mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 64
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Carbohydrates: 1.1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 6mg