Turmeric Free Avocado Cilantro Dressing
Creamy, herby, and bright with citrus, this avocado and cilantro dressing is the kind of sauce that makes everything it touches taste better. Ripe avocado gives it a luscious, velvety body while fresh lime juice keeps it light and punchy — no dairy, no fuss. A handful of cilantro, a little garlic, and a touch of cumin round out the flavor without any of the golden spice that so many dressings and spice blends sneak in. If you're avoiding turmeric, store-bought green dressings can be a minefield, but every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward. The optional jalapeño adds a gentle kick if you want it, and the whole thing comes together in under a minute of blending. Drizzle it over salads, use it as a dip, or spoon it onto grain bowls — the thick, ribbon-like consistency makes it incredibly versatile. Once you have a jar of this in the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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)
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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