This Green Goddess Salad Dressing is my version of a classic! It’s fresh, creamy, herby, tangy, and ready in just 10 minutes. Enjoy on a salad, drizzle over tacos, use a sauce for grilled meat or veggies, spread on your favorite sandwich, you name it.
Once upon a time, I learned just how easy it is to make salad dressings at home, and I never went back. The end!
But seriously, I’ll never buy store-bought salad dressing again. They’re so easy to make at home, and they ALWAYS taste better!
And this Green Goddess Salad Dressing is no exception.
Why I LOVE this recipe!
- Easy prep – Just toss everything into a blender, then you’re done!
- Forgiving – You can really play around with how what greens (and how much of each) to use depending on what you have available to you.
- Versatile – There are tons of ways you can use this dressing, so get creative. Enjoy on a salad, of course, but also use as a dip, a sauce, a spread…the possibilities are endless.
- Amazing flavor – Fresh, tangy, zesty…what’s not to love?
What is Green Goddess Dressing?
Green Goddess Dressing is a creamy green dressing featuring a delicious blend of fresh herbs along with mayo (or in this case Greek yogurt) for creaminess, garlic, lemon juice, and more.
Recipe Notes
This Homemade Green Goddess Salad Dressing is as simple as promised! Just a 10 minutes total for a delicious and versatile condiment!
In this section I am going to go through a few tips and tricks I use for how to make the Best Green Goddess Dressing to get the absolute best and most delicious results.
Make sure to scroll to the bottom for the FULL recipe card.
Green Goddess Dressing Ingredients + Substitutions
- Greek Yogurt – Traditional Green Goddess Dressing is made with a mayo base, but Greek yogurt is a great way to keep the dressing lighter and add a yummy tangy flavor. Sour cream will work too.
- Fresh Herbs – You’ll use a blend of fresh parsley, basil, dill, and chives.
- Garlic – Fresh is best, but pre-minced will work if that’s what you have on hand.
- Salt & Pepper
- Lemon Juice – As with the garlic, I like to squeeze fresh lemon for the best flavor.
- Olive Oil – Use a good quality olive oil to add flavor depth to the dressing.
- Water
Make sure to see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full quantities and ingredients list.
Recipe Variations
If you love this recipe as much as we do and want some quick ways to change it up for variety, these little tips will do the trick!
- Use other greens – I love the parsley, basil, dill, and chives combination, but feel free to use other greens you have on hand. Try it with fresh mint, cilantro, spinach, or even tarragon.
- Make it vegan – Simply swap the Greek yogurt out for a non-dairy variety of plain yogurt or plant-based mayo.
Recipe Step by Step
I am going to highlight a few key steps in the recipe here, but make sure to jump down to the recipe card for comprehensive instructions on how to make Green Goddess Dressing.
Add all of your fresh greens to a blender.
Top with garlic, salt, and pepper.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the blender with the other ingredients.
Add in olive oil, then a little bit of water. Blend, then add water until your desired consistency is reached.
Recipe Tips
- Adjust as needed – Use different herbs or different herb quantities to your liking. You can really play around with the “green” ingredients and still get a delicious results. Just make sure you’re using one cup total of fresh herbs!
- Use fresh ingredients – This salad dressing really focuses on freshness, so I recommend using all fresh ingredients, including fresh garlic and lemon juice. This will give you the best possible flavor!
- Use a blender – While a food processor will work too, a blender really allows this dressing to get nice and creamy.
What to Serve with Green Goddess Dressing
Green Goddess Salad Dressing works as, of course, a salad dressing, but there are actually tons of different and delicious ways to serve it!
Choose one or several of these dishes to create a wholesome, well-rounded meal featuring this tasty dressing. There are both classic options and some healthy options to keep it light.
- Serve as a dressing on Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, Creamy Ranch Pasta Salad, or Deviled Egg Potato Salad.
- Use as a sauce for Garlic Herb Steak, Mediterranean Meatball Bowls, or Fajita Tacos.
- Serve as a dip with pita bread, fresh veggies, Oven-Roasted Vegetables, sweet potato fries, etc.
- Enjoy as a spread on Tuscan Turkey Burgers or Baja Chicken Sandwiches.
Green Goddess Dressing Leftovers
If you have leftovers after making this recipe, then it is your lucky day! They save and reheat well, and can make the start of another delicious dish.
To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:
- in the refrigerator for up to 1 week
Recipe FAQ’s
Can I use dried herbs for Homemade Green Goddess Dressing?
Nope! Dried herbs won’t yield nearly the same flavor and texture that fresh herbs do. For this recipe, fresh is definitely best.
Is Green Goddess Salad Dressing good for you?
Totally! This salad dressing is packed full of fresh greens and healthy fats from the olive oil. Plus, it’s lightened up using Greek yogurt instead of mayo. Healthy and delicious!
More EASY Salad Dressing Recipes
If you enjoyed this recipe, I really hope you will take a moment to grab a few more easy recipes for another busy night!
You can check out all of my easy salad recipes here, or see a few of our readers favorite salad dressing recipes below.
- Creamy Parmesan Dressing
- Jalapeño Ranch Dressing
- Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
- Perfect Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Green Goddess Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ water, more or less to thin
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the water to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add water in small increments until you reach the desired consistency for your dressing.
- Use immediately, or store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
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