There is nothing better than a great sauce that can bring an already fantastic dish together. Something that brightens the flavors of your vegetables, deepens the richness of your protein, and brings the meal together. This creamy avocado sauce does all of that and more! What makes it even better is how extremely versatile it is. It can be used as a dipping sauce, a salad dressing, a condiment, and even a sauce to use on zucchini noodles in a low carb diet.
Another added bonus to this sauce is the amount of nutrients and health benefits it has. This avocado sauce recipe is loaded with healthy fats, fiber, and tons of micronutrients from the fresh herbs. It is a sauce you can feel great about putting into your body. Unlike other sauces that are filled with sugar, this one is perfect for a ketogenic diet. One taste and you will surely want to put this on everything!
Avocado Sauce Ingredients
- Avocado – large ripe avocados
- Garlic – finely minced or grated to avoid large chunks of garlic
- Herbs – a mixture of parsley, chives, and basil
- Spinach – baby spinach for added color and nutrients
- Lemon – use zest and juice
- Olive Oil – extra virgin olive oil
How to Make Avocado Sauce
Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor and mix until smooth.
Storing Avocado Sauce
Add unused sauce in a mason jar with a tight lid. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Avocado Sauce FAQs
Can I use different herbs for this avocado sauce?
Yes! This sauce is extremely versatile and you can easily play with the ingredients depending on what you are using it for. Feel free to use any herbs you have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.
Can I use lime instead of lemon in this avocado sauce?
Yes! Lime works perfectly in this recipe and if you are a fan of guacamole, try using cilantro and jalapeno as well for a Latin kick.
What can I use this avocado sauce for?
This recipe can be used as a dressing, a dip, or as a sauce! You will love it so much, you will want to use it on everything!
Creamy Green Goddess Avocado Sauce
Meet your new favorite sauce you will want to use on everything! This avocado sauce has bright Green Goddess flavors and can also be used as a salad dressing or even as a dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chives
- 1/2 cup parsley
- 1/2 cup basil
- 1 cup spinach (optional)
- ¼ to 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor and mix until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until you reach desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
Keywords: avocado sauce