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    Published: Mar 11, 2019 by Dina-Marie · Modified: Nov 13, 2021 9 Comments This post may contain affiliate links

    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

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    My Homemade Green Goddess Dressing Recipe is a new take on an old favorite. A creamy, flavor packed homemade salad dressing made with fresh herbs, garlic and mayonnaise. It is a delicious make-ahead dressing that's perfect for salads, as a Green Goddess Dip, on chicken and side dishes such as roasted potatoes.

    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe shown in silver pouring dish with veggies around it.

    Green Goddess dressing was popular in the 70's and 80's. And, this recipe is a healthy version of the dressing as I remember it.

    Because I grow a lot of our own vegetables, I love having a variety of dressing recipes. After all, variety is the spice of life!

    Most homemade salad dressings are very easy to make and keep well. So, why not make several and offer the variety that keeps everyone happy and no one gets bored with the same ol' same ol'!

    One thing I love about this recipe is that it also makes a delicious Green Goddess Dip. Often in the evening, since we have our largest meal at noon, we snack on fresh veggies at night - take it from me, this is deeelish!

    Is This Green Goddess Dressing Recipe Good For You?

    You probably know how I feel about probiotics by now - but, if not, let me tell you! Probiotics are beneficial bacteria for your gut health.

    Gut disbyosis is a common problem among our generation primarily because of the processed foods eaten.

    They affect the balance of the bacteria in our gut and it becomes out of whack - the "bad" bacteria become the main bacteria in the gut and this may cause not only physical problems but also psychological problems.

    Available from my affiliate partner, Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride  deals with gut disbyosis in detail and I highly recommend it! You can read the GAPS Diet Review for more info too.

    But, what does this have to do with Green Goddess Dressing?

    This homemade dressing recipe not only tastes great but it has the added advantage of yogurt as an ingredient. Yogurt is a probiotic meaning that it contains beneficial bacteria which is good for your intestinal health.

    I love it when I can sneak probiotics into a meal without detection!!

    Who Invented Green Goddess Dressing?

    According to America Food Roots, Green Goddess Dressing was invented by San Francisco Palace Hotel's Chef Philip Roemer.

    He invented the dressing in 1923 to honor actor George Arliss, who stayed at the hotel while performing in William Archer’s hit play, “The Green Goddess.”

    Can This Recipe Be Used as a Green Goddess Dip?

    Absolutely! My Green Goddess Dressing Recipe makes a delicious Green Goddess Dip. As you can see from the suggestions below, a Green Goddess Dip is great for vegetables (cooked or raw) French fries and much more.

    How To Serve Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

    While this recipe makes a delicious salad dressing, don't be limited by that! Remember, the sky is the limit when it comes to creativity and this makes a wonderful Green Goddess Dip.

    • Use as a salad dressing
    • Serve with chicken or steak
    • Great with fries, roast potatoes or potato wedges
    • Serve with roast veggies such as zucchini and tomatoes
    • Drizzle on sweet baked potatoes

    Can This Salad Dressing Be Used Immediately?

    Yes but, if you make it ahead and refrigerate it, the flavors of the ingredients have time to meld and enhance each other.

    Copycat Panera Green Goddess

    This Green Goddess Dressing recipe is very similar to the one Panera serves. However, Panera also adds tarragon, watercress and champagne vinegar.

    I have chosen to use ingredients that I have on hand and if you use raw apple cider vinegar, you are getting another form of probiotics along with the yogurt which makes this a healthy Green Goddess Dressing!

    Is This Like the Green Goddess from Ina Garden?

    This dressing is similar to the Ina Garden Green Goddess but as with the Panera dressing, there are other ingredients (anchovy paste) that I have chosen to leave out.

    I have also added probiotics with the yogurt and apple cider vinegar (when using raw) to make a healthy Green Goddess dressing.

    Can This Recipe Be Made a Vegan Green Goddess Dressing?

    Because of the mayonnaise which has egg in it and the yogurt which is dairy, as written, this is not a vegan recipe. For a vegan Green Goddess Recipe, see below.

    Vegan Green Goddess Dressing or Avocado Green Goddess Dressing

    To make a vegan Green Goddess Dressing also known as Avocado Green Goddess Dressing, leave out the mayonnaise and yogurt. Replace them with 2 avocados and along with the other ingredients, ¼ c. olive oil, 2 tablespoon lemon juice and water a teaspoon at a time to get the right consistency.

    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe shown with vegetables around on a white tablecloth and text overlay.

    Other Condiment Recipes You Will Enjoy:

    • Best Ever Homemade Ranch Dressing
    • Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
    • Raisin Vinaigrette Dressing
    • Orange Fruit Dip Recipe

    If you’ve tried this Green Goddess Dressing Recipe or any other recipe on Cultured Palate please take a minute to rate the recipe and leave a comment letting me know how you liked it. I love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on PINTEREST, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, YouTube and TWITTER.

    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe shown in silver pouring dish with veggies around it.

    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

    Cultured Palate

    Move over store-bought dressings, you have met your match with this creamy but easy dressing. And, don't forget - it makes a wonderful dip!

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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins

    Course condiment
    Cuisine American

    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 135 kcal

    Ingredients

      

    • ½ cups mayonnaise
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cups yogurt
    • ½ teaspoon basil
    • ¼ cups parsley
    • 1 clove garlic minced or ⅛ teaspoon garlic
    • 2 teaspoon raw apple cider vinegar

    Instructions

     

    • Blend all the ingredients together except the mayonnaise using a food processor, immersion blender or blender. 
    • Add the mayonnaise and blend well.
    • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

    Notes

    • Be sure to make Green Goddess Dressing Recipe ahead and refrigerate it so the ingredients meld their flavors.
    • This Green Goddess Dressing Recipe not only tastes great but it has the added advantage of yogurt (a probiotic) as an ingredient. 

    How To Serve Green Goddess Dressing Recipe - Serving Ideas

    • Use as a salad dressing 
    • Green Goddess Dip for veggies
    • Serve with chicken or steak
    • Great with fries, roast potatoes or potato wedges
    • Serve with roast veggies such as zucchini and tomatoes
    • Drizzle on sweet baked potatoes

     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoonCalories: 135kcalFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 221mgPotassium: 29mgVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 3.5mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.2mg

    Keyword Green Goddess Dip, Green Goddess Dressing Recipe
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    Green Goddess Dressing Recipe shown in two images in silver pouring dish on white tablecloth with text overlay.

     

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    1. KimH says

      August 17, 2012 at 4:43 am

      Sounds delish and the picture is gorgeous. Im not a big dairy consumer, but every once i a while I really enjoy a yogurt/mayo dressing. I'll have to try yours soon.

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    2. Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma) says

      August 18, 2012 at 2:26 pm

      Thank you for stopping by our Gluten Free Fridays link up http://vegetarianmamma.com/gluten-free-friday-recipe-link-up-1/
      I have pinned your recipe to our Gluten Free Fridays (recipes) board on Pinterest! Thanks again for making it a huge success! We had over 100 gluten free recipes this week :)
      Cindy

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    3. Mindy @ Too Many Jars in My Kitchen! says

      August 20, 2012 at 1:06 pm

      This looks really good! I just started adding in a very small amount of yogurt into my diet (I've been working on healing a dairy intolerance). I'll definitely be giving this a try once I've increased my yogurt consumption a bit more.

      Thanks for sharing this at Fill Those Jars Friday!

      Reply
    4. DC says

      August 23, 2012 at 8:13 am

      I make a similar dressing, using dill instead of parsley and lemon juice instead of vinegar. yo-mayo makes such a wonderful salad dressing.

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        August 24, 2012 at 11:00 pm

        Mmmm - I'll have to try the dill, DC - thanks for the suggestion!

        Reply
    5. Emily says

      March 15, 2018 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      This dressing looks absolutely delicious! I'm going to try it with a chicken salad.

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        March 15, 2018 at 3:42 pm

        Emily, please let me know how you like it!

        Reply
    6. Megan Stevens says

      March 22, 2019 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      I love the idea of making this with homemade aioli for the GAPS diet! Pinning to make!

      Reply
      • Dina-Marie says

        March 23, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        Thanks, Megan, I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply

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