This creamy, tangy, and herbaceous avocado and lime dressing is the perfect complement to any salad, taco, or grilled protein. It's made with just a few simple ingredients and can be whipped up in minutes in your air fryer. The avocado provides a rich and creamy base, while the lime juice adds a bright and tangy flavor. The olive oil helps to emulsify the dressing and adds a touch of richness, while the cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous note. The salt and pepper help to balance out the flavors and add a touch of depth. This dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen, and it's a great way to use up any ripe avocados you have on hand.
Avocado and lime is a classic flavor combination that has been enjoyed for centuries. The Aztecs and Mayans were known to use avocados in their cooking, and they often paired them with lime juice to create a flavorful and refreshing sauce. This dressing is a modern take on that classic combination, and it's the perfect way to add a touch of Mexican flair to your next meal.I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some ripe avocados that I had on hand. I had been craving a salad, but I didn't want to make a heavy dressing. I started experimenting with different ingredients, and I eventually came up with this combination of avocado, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper. The result was a creamy, tangy, and herbaceous dressing that was the perfect complement to my salad.I've since used this dressing on a variety of dishes, including tacos, grilled chicken, and fish. It's always a hit, and it's a great way to add a touch of flavor to any meal.
Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
1 ripe avocado
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place the avocado, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
Blend until smooth.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Why It Works
The avocado provides a rich and creamy base for the dressing.
The lime juice adds a bright and tangy flavor that helps to balance out the richness of the avocado.
The olive oil helps to emulsify the dressing and adds a touch of richness.
The cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous note that complements the other flavors in the dressing.
The salt and pepper help to balance out the flavors and add a touch of depth.