Description
Green Goddess Dressing brings herbal freshness and creamy zest to salads with Ina Garten’s classic recipe. California cuisine shines through this luscious blend of fresh herbs, tangy mayonnaise, and bright citrus notes that elevate any green plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (6 to 7 scallions)
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
Flavoring Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
- 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves)
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine mayonnaise, finely chopped scallions, fresh basil leaves, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, anchovy paste, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a blender.
- Pulse the ingredients until achieving a completely smooth, vibrant green consistency, approximately 30-45 seconds.
- Gently fold in sour cream, carefully blending just until incorporated to maintain a light, creamy texture.
- Transfer the green goddess dressing to an airtight glass container or mason jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Refrigerate immediately if not using right away, ensuring the dressing remains chilled and fresh.
- The dressing will maintain optimal flavor and consistency for up to 5-7 days when stored properly in the refrigerator.
- Before serving, give the dressing a quick whisk or shake to recombine any separated ingredients and restore its creamy homogeneous appearance.
Notes
- Whip up this vibrant dressing in minutes with simple ingredients from your kitchen.
- Blend all components until silky smooth for a restaurant-quality condiment.
- Fresh basil and scallions deliver a bright, herbaceous flavor profile that elevates any salad.
- Anchovy paste adds a subtle umami depth without overwhelming the other ingredients.
- Refrigerate for up to five days, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, grilled vegetables, or using as a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg