Green Goddess Dressing
A vibrant, herbaceous dressing that's perfect for salads, grilled fish, or anything else that needs a little extra zing. The avocado provides richness and creaminess, while the fresh herbs add a bright, aromatic flavor. Lime juice and olive oil balance out the flavors, and a touch of salt and pepper brings everything together. The green goddess dressing was invented in the 1920s by a chef at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. The original recipe was much simpler than the one we're sharing today, but it was still a hit with diners. Over the years, the recipe has been adapted and updated many times, but the basic premise remains the same: a creamy, flavorful dressing made with fresh herbs and avocado. Our version of the green goddess dressing is a little bit brighter and more herbaceous than the original, but it's still creamy and delicious. We use a combination of cilantro, parsley, basil, and mint, which gives the dressing a complex, well-rounded flavor. We also add a bit of lime juice and olive oil to balance out the flavors and a touch of salt and pepper to bring everything together. The green goddess dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It's great on salads, grilled fish, or anything else that needs a little extra zing. You can also use it as a marinade for chicken or fish, or as a dipping sauce for vegetables. No matter how you use it, the green goddess dressing is sure to be a hit. It's a delicious, flavorful dressing that will add a touch of brightness to any dish.
The green goddess dressing was invented in the 1920s by a chef at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. The chef, Victor Bergeron, was inspired to create the dressing after a visit to the 1924 Paris Exposition, where he tasted a similar dressing made with avocado and fresh herbs. Bergeron's original recipe was much simpler than the one we're sharing today. It consisted of avocado, mayonnaise, lime juice, and a touch of salt and pepper. However, the dressing was still a hit with diners, and it quickly became a signature dish at the Palace Hotel. Over the years, the green goddess dressing has been adapted and updated many times. Some recipes add additional herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or basil. Others add sour cream or yogurt to make the dressing creamier. And still others add a touch of heat, such as cayenne pepper or jalapeño. No matter how it's made, the green goddess dressing is a delicious and versatile condiment. It's great on salads, grilled fish, or anything else that needs a little extra zing. You can also use it as a marinade for chicken or fish, or as a dipping sauce for vegetables. The green goddess dressing is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of diners. It's a delicious, flavorful dressing that will add a touch of brightness to any dish.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, cilantro, parsley, basil, mint, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Why It Works
  • The avocado provides richness and creaminess, while the fresh herbs add a bright, aromatic flavor.
  • Lime juice and olive oil balance out the flavors, and a touch of salt and pepper brings everything together.
  • The green goddess dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways.