This avocado green goddess dip is loaded with fresh herbs. It’s rich, creamy, and flavorful. It works as a salad dressing too. Give this recipe a try if you’re looking for homemade dips or salad dressing ideas, like this sweet and savory maple vinaigrette, which is another yummy option.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Fresh basil, tarragon, parsley, and chives give this dip its irresistible herbaceous flavor. You can substitute other fresh herbs if you prefer. If you love cilantro, add some instead of the parsley. Mint would be a nice alternative as well. Practically any combination of fresh herbs will work nicely in this paleo green goddess dressing.

Avocado gives this dip its rich, creamy texture. Be sure to use avocado that is tender and ripe, but hasn’t started to turn brown on the inside yet.
Fresh lemon juice adds a bright, tangy flavor to this dip. You can substitute fresh lime juice if you prefer.
How to Make Avocado Green Goddess Dip
Add the basil, tarragon, parsley, chives, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, avocado, cold water, garlic, salt and pepper to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Serve with crunchy raw veggies or crackers for dipping, or toss with fresh salad greens.
Avocado Green Goddess Dip Recipe
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1/4 cup fresh tarragon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup chopped avocado
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add the basil, tarragon, parsley, chives, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, avocado, water, garlic, salt, and pepper to a food processor or blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve with raw vegetables or crackers for dipping.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition

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