Description
This creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing and Dip combines fresh avocado with classic ranch flavors, creating a healthy and delicious condiment perfect for salads, veggies, or as a dipping sauce. Made with low-fat buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise, it offers a smooth and tangy taste with a hint of cilantro and a touch of heat from Tabasco sauce.
Ingredients
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Avocado Ranch Dressing and Dip Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 4 Tbsp sour cream
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 large avocado (or 1 smaller avocado)
- 1 Tbsp cilantro
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (Grey Poupon brand)
- 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce
- 1 garlic clove (minced or pressed)
- 3/4 tsp salt (sea salt preferred, or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the low-fat buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, avocado, cilantro, Dijon mustard, Tabasco sauce, garlic, salt, and black pepper into a food processor.
- Blend to Smooth: Pulse the mixture to combine the ingredients initially, then blend continuously until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure an even consistency.
- Season to Taste and Serve: Taste the dressing and add more salt or pepper if desired. Serve immediately as a dip or salad dressing. Store any unused portion in a small airtight container with minimal air exposure in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of Tabasco sauce for preferred spice level.
- Refrigerate leftover dressing promptly and consume within 3 days.
- This recipe works well as both a salad dressing and a dip for vegetables or chips.
- Scraping down the bowl during blending ensures a smooth and even consistency.