Green Goddess Dressing (Printable)

Vibrant herby dressing bursting with fresh parsley, chives, tarragon, and basil. Ready in 10 minutes, serves 4.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy & Base

01 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
02 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise

→ Fresh Herbs

03 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
04 - 1/4 cup fresh chives
05 - 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves

→ Aromatics & Flavor

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 small garlic clove
09 - 2 anchovy fillets (optional, for authentic flavor)
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional

12 - 1-2 tablespoons milk or water, to thin if desired

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a blender or food processor, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy fillets (if using), and Dijon mustard.
02 - Blend until smooth and vibrant green, scraping down the sides as needed.
03 - Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
04 - If a thinner consistency is desired, blend in milk or water, one tablespoon at a time.
05 - Transfer to a jar or bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
06 - Serve chilled as a salad dressing, dip, or drizzle.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Packed with fresh herbs for maximum flavor and nutrition
  • Versatile enough to use as dressing, dip, or spread
  • Healthier than store-bought versions with no preservatives
  • Customizable to dietary preferences and taste preferences
02 -
  • Always taste and adjust seasoning after the flavors have melded in the refrigerator
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days – the flavor actually improves with time
  • Bring to room temperature before serving if it becomes too thick from refrigeration
  • Double the recipe and freeze half in ice cube trays for quick weeknight meals
  • Add a pinch of sugar if your lemon is particularly tart
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