Green Salad with Dressing (Printable version)

A crisp mix of greens with a creamy, herb-infused dressing for a fresh, vibrant dish.

# Ingredient list:

→ Green Goddess Dressing

01 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
02 - 1/4 cup sour cream
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
05 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, packed
06 - 1/4 cup fresh chives
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
09 - 2 anchovy fillets (optional, omit for vegetarian)
10 - 1 small garlic clove
11 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
12 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad Components

13 - 6 cups mixed salad greens
14 - 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
15 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes
16 - 1/2 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
17 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
18 - 1/4 cup fresh herbs for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, vinegar, parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, anchovy fillets if using, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate until serving time.
02 - Place mixed salad greens, cucumber, radishes, and snap peas in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1/2 cup of the prepared Green Goddess dressing and toss gently to coat all vegetables evenly. Arrange avocado slices on top and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve immediately with additional dressing on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The dressing comes together in minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
  • Fresh herbs make even ordinary greens feel like a special occasion
  • It keeps for days in the fridge, so you can enjoy it all week
02 -
  • The dressing needs at least thirty minutes in the fridge to let all those herb flavors become friends
  • Over-blending can turn the herbs bitter, so pulse just until combined
  • This dressing keeps beautifully for four or five days, actually tasting better on day two
03 -
  • Wash and dry your herbs really well before blending, or the dressing will be watery
  • If the dressing seems too thick, thin it with a teaspoon of water at a time

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