This green goddess dip is creamy, light and absolutely addictive. Avocado and tangy yogurt give this recipe an amazing texture and flavor.
Serve the dip with veggies for a healthy and delicious appetizer or with chips as a quick snack. You can also thin out the dip to make a dressing for salad or rice bowls.
About the Recipe
I think it is very important to have some good appetizers in ones repertoire, especially a few easy recipes. Like this easy and delicious green goddess dip with avocado.
This is a very easy dip recipe to make. It takes just 10 minutes to put together, but tastes absolutely delicious. Adding avocado gives it a beautiful green color and makes the dip airy, creamy and yummy.
Typically herbs are a must in every green goddess recipe. So in this version, I add cilantro and mint to the avocado. But you can use any of your favorite herbs like parsley, basil, tarragon etc. are all perfect.
This green goddess dip is great to serve with veggies and/ or chips. But the recipe is quite versatile. You can thin it out and use it as a dressing for salads or rice bowls.
The best part of this dip is that it can be made ahead of time. Because of the addition of yogurt and lime, avocado does not discolor like traditional guacamole. So, do try this avocado dip recipe, I am sure you will love it as much as we do.
Ingredients
For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.
Here are the ingredients you need to make this green goddess dip recipe:
- Avocado ~ to choose avocado, squeeze it gently and it should be slightly firm and not overly soft or mushy. Also check under the stem or cap at the top. The area underneath it should be green. If it is brown then it is overripe and best to avoid.
- Plain Yogurt ~ feel free to use either regular or Greek yogurt. If vegan, use dairy free yogurt - I love to use cashew or coconut yogurt.
- Scallions ~ optional, but I love the slight onion flavor these add. You can also use chopped chives instead.
- Herbs ~ you can add any of your favorite herbs. Cilantro, mint, parsley, basil, tarragon etc. are all great options. Pick 2~3 different herbs to make the dip.
- Garlic cloves ~ optional
- Lemon or lime juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.
Here is how to make avocado green goddess dip recipe:
Halve the avocado and remove the pit. Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender.
Add garlic, cilantro, mint, lemon juice, yogurt, olive oil, salt and pepper to the blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more yogurt if the dip is too thick. Taste and adjust seasoning according.
Expert Tips
- To choose avocado, squeeze it gently and it should be slightly firm and not overly soft or mushy. Also check under the stem or cap at the top. The area underneath it should be green. If it is brown then it is overripe and best to avoid.
- Feel free to use either regular or Greek yogurt. If vegan, use dairy free yogurt - I love to use cashew or coconut yogurt.
- You can add any of your favorite herbs. Cilantro, mint, parsley, basil, tarragon etc. are all great options. Pick 2~3 different herbs to make the dip.
- Scallions add mild onion flavor to the dip. You can use chopped chives instead.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container for up to 2~3 days.
- To make green goddess dressing, thin out the dip with more olive oil and yogurt. Add the splash of water also, if needed.
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Recipe Card
Green Goddess Dip with Avocado
Ingredients
For Green Goddess Dip:
- 1 Avocado, halved and pitted
- 1 Scallion, chopped
- 1 Garlic clove, grated (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Mint, chopped
- 1~2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Plain yogurt, either Greek or regular
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- To taste Salt Pepper
For serving:
- As needed Fresh Veggies
- As needed Chips or crackers
Instructions
- Halve the avocado and remove the pit. Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender.1 Avocado, halved and pitted
- Add scallion, garlic, cilantro, mint, lemon juice, yogurt, olive oil, salt and pepper to the avocado in the blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more yogurt if the dip is too thick. Taste and adjust seasoning according.1 Scallion, chopped, 1 Garlic clove, grated (optional), 3 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped, 3 tablespoons Mint, chopped, 1~2 tablespoons Lemon juice, 3 tablespoons Plain yogurt, either Greek or regular, 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil, To taste Salt Pepper
- Serve with fresh veggies.Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.As needed Fresh Veggies, As needed Chips or crackers
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Notes
- To choose avocado, squeeze it gently and it should be slightly firm and not overly soft or mushy. Also check under the stem or cap at the top. The area underneath it should be green. If it is brown then it is overripe and best to avoid.
- Feel free to use either regular or Greek yogurt. If vegan, use dairy free yogurt - I love to use cashew or coconut yogurt.
- You can add any of your favorite herbs. Cilantro, mint, parsley, basil, tarragon etc. are all great options. Pick 2~3 different herbs to make the dip.
- Scallions add mild onion flavor to the dip. You can use chopped chives instead.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container for up to 2~3days.
- To make green goddess dressing, thin out the dip with more olive oil and yogurt. Add the splash of water also, if needed.
Priya Suresh
How delicious this dip looks. Very smooth and catchy who can resist to this dip. Well done Pavani.
Usha
Mouthwatering dip!! I am salivating just reading the list of ingredients.
Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth
I think I would eat that with a spoon! Sounds so delicious on its own...
Srividhya Gopalakrishnan
Gorgeous color? Is there any specific reason why it is called as green goddess dip? As always amazing pics...
harini
We are all avocado lovers at home and I am sure we will love this greek yogurt addition to the guacamole. A keeper of a recipe for sure, PAvani.
Gayathri Kumar
Wow! That is a colourful dip. I don't use avocado much, but this recipe sounds amazing. Next time I am trying this.
Chef Mireille
as you know Pavani me and avocado are not friends, but we eat with our eyes first and this colorful dip would definitely be inviting for the avocado lovers!
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
My boys would love this dip. I agree that avocado makes the dip so creamy. They are big time veggie eaters and always ask for different dips. Looking forward to your other recipes.
Sushma Pinjala
What a wonderful color the dip has got. Love anything with Avocado.
code2cook
This avocado dip looking absolutely divine. Eating vegetables or chips with this surely a taste enhancer. Loved the recipe. and you clicked it so beautifully.
Srivalli Jetti
What a lovely dip to make pavani, sounds so inviting..I so badly wanted to do this theme, though as usual, my mind froze!..this is a good one for me to try!
Dan Zehr
That's quite a healthy dip! This looks bomb! Oh and the color is really incredible ... Can not wait to make this for my family. Sure they will be delighted with this.
Natalie
WOW this looks so deliciously creamy. So flavorful. This is perfect for upcoming holidays and family gatherings!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
This dip looks so good, and it is a great way to change up the same old party dip with something herby and fresh!
Veena Azmanov
We love avocado any time. This is so perfect to have for a snack any time of the year. The best way to get kids to eat veggie sticks.
Catalina
This dip looks amazingly delicious! My whole family will love it for the movie night!
Swathi
This green goddess dip looks so yum. Love anything with avocado so creamy and great even kids will love it.
Hairstyles
Wonderful web site. Lots of helpful information here. I'm sending it to some buddies ans also sharing in delicious. And certainly, thank you for your sweat!
Julia
Perfect! Finally an avocado dip that doesn't necessarily reek of garlic and is delicious at the same time. Now I can take my avocado to school with me 😍