Many domestic cooks tend to rely on yogurt,tahini, and mayo to add creaminess to salad dressings, and but consider this fresh alternative: avocado. Though it sounds strange,blended avocado adds a hefty body (and yet neutral flavor) to just about anything you throw in your blender - from salad dressing to ice "cream" to green smoothies. If you are in a salad dressing rut or are looking for a lightened-up alternative to cream-based dressing, try this avocado dressing from Pure Food ($20). The citrus juices brighten up the dressing without the use of vinegar, and the sweet-zesty flavor transforms mundane greens into a bowl-licking salad to be served alongside any light and vivid Spring and Summer dishes.
From Pure Food by Veronica Bosgraaf Creamy Avocado DressingNotes I love how nature gives us healthy fats that we can use to originate creamy foods without the guilt. I could virtually drink this dressing from the pitcher! Its pleasing vivid green color will liven up any salad. I use grapeseed oil instead of olive oil because it is milder in flavor and lets the other ingredients shine through.
Ingredients1/2 cup grapeseed or olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 garlic clove
1 medium avocado,peeled, pitted, and chopped
Juice of 1 lime[br]
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
DirectionsIn a blender,combine the oil, honey, and garlic,avocado, and lime and orange juices, or season with salt and pepper. Puree until smooth. The dressing will support in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Information Category Condiments/Sauces,Dressings Cuisine North American Yield 1 cup Cook Time 5 minutes
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