This is creamy avocado lime dressing is delicious, fresh and tangy. It can also be used as a dip or topping for meats. The avocado creaminess tastes great with Mexican fare as well.
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This recipe was born out of an abundance of avocados from a Costco run. Did you ever impulsively by too much at Costco? Does anyone ever not impulsively buy too much at Costco? Well I had more avocados than I could eat and two tubs of dips in my refrigerator so guacamole was out. Then I remembered I could make this creamy avocado lime dressing with them and voila.
All the things you can do with avocados
I have a few avocado recipes that I really like. A super easy low carb snack are these tomato, avocado & salami snacks. I also have some a tasty recipe for Greek guacamole and they are great in smoothies like this mango match smoothie. Lastly would you believe I put avocados in this low carb chocolate peanut butter pudding?
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- Low Carb Greek Guacamole
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- Tomato Avocado Salami Bites
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- Mango Matcha Smoothie
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- Low Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pudding
How do you like your dressing?
This dressing came out really thick. I even added some water to it to thin it out but it’s still thick. Therefore I think you could even use it as a dip or a topping on chicken or fish. As a dressing I mixed it with my greens first and then added my toppings. It was delicious.
It’s very tangy and I like that in a salad dressing. However if you want a bit of sweetness, orange juice would be a nice addition.
Creamy Avocado Lime Dressing Recipe
Of course this is ridiculously easy to make. Just throw your ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend well and then add to a bottle or jar. By the way, I have a mini food processor like this that is perfect for these small batch recipes. I used avocados, cilantro, lime, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin and olive oil.
I hope you like this creamy avocado dressing. I used mine up quickly but I wish I would have tried it was fish or chicken or even on tacos because it would have been quite tasty. Now that I’m thinking of it, try it on a turkey sandwich or wrap. I bet it would be perfect! Well I think I should head out to Costco again so I can make some more. Enjoy. The nutritional information for 1 serving (2 Tablespoons) is:
123 cals / 12.3g fat/ 4g carbs / 2.6g fiber / 0.8g protein = 1.4g net carbs
Avocado Lime Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 avocados
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/8 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor.
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Process until smooth.
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Refrigerate for up to a week.
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Use as a dressing or dip or even for onto of fish, chicken, pork or beef.
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Try it on sandwiches too!
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Jennifer Stewart says
I love homemade dressings but miss the creamy ones! Thanks for a great recipe that adds creaminess but not all the chemicals and unhealthy stuff!
wildviolets@comcast.net says
Yes, I agree!
Natasha in Oz says
That looks soooo delicious! Your photos are stunning too. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Found your blog via ‘Happiness is Homemade’.
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz
wildviolets@comcast.net says
Thank you Natasha!
Debi @ Surroundings by Debi says
This looks delicious! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop! I have featured you on my Tuesday Treasures! Hope you can stop by and take a look!
wildviolets@comcast.net says
Thanks! I just stopped by your site and it’s beautiful!
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
This is totally up my alley! Avocados, cilantro, limes…those are three things that I buy every single trip to the grocery store. We literally have them in the house at all times, I cook with them so often. I’m always up to try a new recipe…can’t wait wait to try yours!
Jeff says
I’ve made this dressing several times. I want everyone to know how much I love this recipe. I use it as a dressing for a simple green salad, a dip for chips and it replaces mayonnaise in sandwiches. It elevates a simple tuna sandwich to something I could never have imagined. I’m fortunate to live in California where I have a constant supply of fresh avocados. If you love avocados, you need to try this very easy and delicious recipe. Thank you for posting!
Denise says
Thank you Jeff that made my day! So glad you liked it and thank you for taking the time to comment. I’ll have to try that with my tuna next time.
Veena Azmanov says
I love creamy dressings so I often use Avocado in my dressing too. Especially when making leafy salads. This sounds so yum. Saving for later.
Denise says
I love avocados too….any excuse to use them, I do.
Patti says
Yum. I love avocados and this creamy dressing sounds fantastic.
Denise says
Thanks Patti, there are lots of things you can do with it too.
Edie says
I can’t wait to try this! Question…how long would a batch of this last in the fridge?
Denise says
Hi Edie,
I would say a week to be safe. Hope you like it!
Patty says
I know you state here per serving the calorie breakdown but what is the serving size. Is it 1 oz 2tbsp????
Denise says
Hi Patty,
It’s 2 tablespoons. Thanks for bringing that to my attention!