This Avocado Ranch Dressing is a must-have recipe in my family, always at hand when we eat fresh salads or grilled chicken. Perfectly chosen fresh herbs give this dressing a garden-fresh taste. Thankfully, all family members love avocado, making it truly kid-friendly.
Need inspiration on what to eat this delicious dressing with? Then you should check out our Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken or Everyday Garden Salad.
If you love ranch but want a healthier alternative with more flavor, this homemade avocado ranch dressing recipe is about to blow your mind. The avocado adds a slightly nutty flavor with a more creamy, buttery texture.
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What is in Avocado Ranch Dressing?
Creamy avocado goodness combines with ranch flavors to perfection. This recipe is made with plain Greek yogurt and fresh lemon juice, making it naturally gluten-free and nutrient-dense due to the healthy fats.
Avocado Ranch Dressing Ingredients
Avocado – Make sure to get a nice ripe avocado or speed up the process by adding an avocado with another fruit, like a banana or apple, to a paper bag to have the avocado ripen faster.
Greek yogurt – Yogurt works great for this recipe, but you can also use sour cream.
Mayonnaise – I love the rich and creamy texture you get with mayonnaise. You can also use a light mayo here if you like. Or replace it with 1/4 cup of avocado or olive oil.
Fresh lemon juice – Fresh is always best, but you can use bottled lemon juice in a pinch.
Garlic powder – This adds a savory punch of garlic flavor without the sharpness of raw garlic. However, if you’re a true garlic lover, you can replace it with one garlic clove. The flavor will be stronger but still delicious.
Onion powder – It complements great with the fresh herbs; I wouldn’t skip it.
Fresh chives – I love the freshness and vibrant touch that chives provide to dressings. It is the key ingredient for a mouthwatering avocado ranch.
Fresh dill – I like to use fresh dill whenever possible, but you can replace it with 1/2 tsp of dry dill if desired.
Fresh parsley – As fresh parsley is easy to find, I recommend doing so. It will be worth it.
Sea salt – I like to use sea salt, but Kosher or Himalayan salt would also work.
Milk – You’ll need it to achieve the perfect consistency for the dressing; begin with 1-2 tablespoons.
How to make Avocado Ranch Dressing
Add all the ingredients into a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Incorporate fresh herbs and pulse one or two times.
Check for your desired consistency, adjusting it by adding extra milk to make it thinner or more mayonnaise or olive oil to make it thicker.
Transfer the ranch avocado dressing to an airtight glass jar. Store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
So, do you love avocado? Then don’t wait any longer to upgrade your salads with this mouthwatering recipe!
Does Chick-fil-A sell their avocado ranch?
Yes, they do. But is it worth the trip to the store? Creating this recipe at home is simple and totally worth it!
Is avocado ranch healthier than ranch?
Yes! Homemade avocado ranch also usually has lower levels of sodium and fat than the ranch dressings that are factory-manufactured. It’s also naturally gluten-free!
Are there still options for Hidden Valley to make Avocado Ranch?
Yes, they do. However, this recipe may create your ideal healthier and fresher creamy avocado ranch at home as often as you like! Trust me, once you try this ranch dressing recipe, you’ll never go back to the bottled stuff again. It’s fresh, flavorful, and easy to whip up in your kitchen.
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What to eat with Avocado Ranch?
This Avocado ranch is a perfect recipe to use as a creamy salad dressing or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish, lightly roasted veggies, tacos, or sweet potato chips.
Make the dressing a bit thicker and use it as your veggie dip; you and all your guests will love it.
This creamy avocado ranch dressing is a must-try if you love ranch and avocado. It’s luscious, healthy, and uses just a few ingredients.
How Long Does Avocado Ranch Dressing Last in the Refrigerator?
In a tightly sealed jar, this dressing will last up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
LOVE HOMEMADE DRESSINGS AND WANT MORE?
We make homemade dressing all the time as it is quick, easy and so much better than store-bought. Here are some of our favorites.
Avocado Ranch Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt full fat or low fat
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or one garlic clove
- 1/2 tbsp fresh chives chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper ground
- 4-6 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients into a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Adjust for your desired consistency by adding extra milk to make it thinner or more mayonnaise or olive oil to make it thicker.
- Incorporate fresh herbs and pulse one or two times.
- Transfer the ranch avocado dressing to an airtight glass jar. Store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Comments & Reviews
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thank you Rose, I appreciate the post very much.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Jennifer!!