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Green Goddess Dressing

By Kemp Minifie

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Green Goddess DressingSara Bonisteel

Green Goddess Dressing is a perfect example of the magic of anchovies—they amplify and deepen the herbal flavors in this sauce without ever announcing their presence. For more recipes and tips, see our Homemade Salad Dressing Primer.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    15 minutes

  • Yield

    Yield: Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Ingredients

1/2 cup purchased or homemade mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 scallion, chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
3 to 4 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. In a blender or food processor, blend together the mayonnaise, sour cream, scallion, anchovy paste, parsley, 2 tablespoons chives, tarragon, and 2 teaspoons lemon juice, stopping and scraping down the sides occasionally, and blending until the dressing turns green. Taste and blend in the remaining tablespoon chives and 1 teaspoon lemon juice, if desired. Season the dressing with freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: The dressing can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, up to 4 days.

TagsSalad DressingSaladCalifornia CuisineAmericanSour CreamDairyAnchovyFishSeafoodParsleyHerbs & SpicesGluten FreeNut FreeKetoEasyQuickMake AheadMeal Prep30 Minutes or LessNo-CookBlenderFood ProcessorEpicurious

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