Green Goddess Stir-Fry with Avocado, Spinach, and Lime

Green Goddess: a bright, herbal stir-fry sauced up with an avocado-based dressing.

The Green Goddess is a classic cold salad dressing that is almost more of a dip or a sauce than a salad dressing. It's made with mayonnaise, sour cream, herbs, and anchovies, and it's a perfect companion to raw vegetables, seafood, or even grilled chicken. This recipe is inspired by the Green Goddess dressing but turns it into a stir-fry sauce. We use avocado instead of mayonnaise for a richer, creamier texture and add in some spinach, cilantro, and mint for a bright, herbal flavor. The result is a stir-fry that's packed with flavor but is still light and refreshing.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup chopped avocado
• 1 cup packed fresh spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
3. Add zucchini and broccoli and cook until tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in avocado, spinach, cilantro, and mint.
5. Cook until spinach is wilted and avocado is warmed through, about 1 minute.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The avocado provides a rich, creamy texture that helps to balance out the tartness of the lime and the bitterness of the spinach.
• The cilantro and mint add a bright, herbal flavor that helps to lighten up the dish and make it more refreshing.
• The stir-fry is cooked over high heat so that the vegetables stay crisp and tender and the sauce doesn't have a chance to overcook.