Nightshade Free Avocado Cilantro Dressing
Creamy, herby, and bright with citrus, this avocado and cilantro dressing is the kind of thing you'll want to put on absolutely everything. The base is ripe avocado blended smooth with fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and a touch of cumin — no dairy, no tomatoes, no peppers required (unless you choose to add the optional jalapeño). That makes it a natural fit for anyone avoiding nightshades, since so many store-bought green dressings and sauces sneak in tomatillo, chili powder, or other off-limits ingredients. Here, you control every element, and the result is a lush, pourable consistency that coats a salad beautifully or doubles as a dip. The olive oil and avocado together give it a richness that feels indulgent without being heavy, while the lime keeps it tasting fresh and vibrant. A quick blitz in a blender or food processor is all it takes — just taste, adjust, and you're done.
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6 servings
- 1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, and scooped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 small garlic clove, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3–4 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and roughly chopped (optional)
Can be omittedjalapeño
Instructions
- 1
Add the avocado, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, 3 tbsp water, cumin, salt, black pepper, and jalapeño (if using) to a blender or food processor.
- 2
Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds, scraping down the sides once halfway through.
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