This vegan green goddess dressing is creamy, herb-forward, and so fresh. Blended with a tangle of tender herbs, bright citrus, and a silky plant-based foundation, it delivers that classic green goddess vibe without dairy or compromise.
If you’re looking for a flavorful sauce that wakes up even the sleepiest salad, you’ve gotta make this Vegan Green Goddess Dressing.
Green goddess dressing is about pure fresh abundance. Abundant herbs, abundant flavor, abundant personality.
Traditionally rich and creamy, it was born in California kitchens where fresh herbs weren’t garnish, they were the main character. My vegan version keeps that spirit alive, leaning into vibrant greens and bold aromatics while swapping in plant-based ingredients that let the herbs truly shine.
I like to keep a jar in the fridge and use it as a dressing, dip, and sauce throughout the week. It helps make those busy weeknight meals feel more intentional, more colorful, and a little bit more delicious.
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Why you’ll love this family favorite recipe!
What makes this dressing special is its balance and simplicity.
- It’s lush without being heavy, bright without being sharp.
- The recipe is so easy to make in just 2 steps.
- It’s fast: whip this delicious dressing or dip up in just about 10-15 minutes.
- Versatility is the name of the green goddess game: use it as a salad dressing, vegetable or chip dip, sauce for nourishing bowls.
Ingredient notes
You only need a few simple, wholesome ingredients to make this dressing and dip!
- Parsley – This is the main herb that makes this vegan green goddess dressing really stand out! Use flat leaf parsley, also sometimes labeled as Italian parsley, for the best texture.
- Cilantro – You can substitute basil for cilantro. You can also substitute a combination of basil, tarragon, and dill.
- Avocado – adds creaminess to the dressing and thickens it up to be perfect as a dip. If you want a thinner dressing, you can either skip the avocado or just use half.
- Olive oil – Use Extra Virgin Olive Oil for the best flavor.
- Lemon juice & lemon zest – Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. Using both the juice and the zest add a bright finish to the dressing.
- Garlic – The recipe calls for two cloves, but you can use only one clove if you prefer a lighter garlic flavor.
- Salt & pepper – season to taste.
Step-by-step instructions
You’ll find the full list of ingredients along with measurements, and more detailed instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or high-powered blender.
- Pulse or blend until smooth.
Use immediately, or store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Marlynn’s Tip
Recipe Tip
This recipe makes a slightly thicker dressing that’s also fantastic as a dip. For a thinner dressing, either eliminate or reduce the amount of avocado and slightly increase the amount of oil and lemon juice.
Recipe FAQs
One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility! Use your favorite fresh herbs. You can use a mix of parsley, cilantro, basil, dill, tarragon, and/or thyme.
Store this dressing/dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
I would not recommend freezing this. The oils coagulate and the sharpness of the herbs gets lost. The thawing process also leaves a dressing with odd mouthfeel and texture that is not pleasant compared to when you enjoy this fresh.
Serving suggestions
This vegan green goddess dressing is excellent on salads like our Asian Carrot Cucumber Salad and Thai Chicken Salad. But that’s only the beginning!
Made slightly thicker (as seen in the photos here), it can double as a dip for crudités or a spread for sandwiches. Made slightly thinner, it’s a great spoon-over sauce for grain bowls like our California Sushi Bowl.
It’s also great drizzled over Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots or Air Fryer Broccoli.
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Vegan Green Goddess Dressing
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large avocado, peeled and pitted, or 2 small avocados
- 1 cup parsley leaves
- 1 cup cilantro leaves, or basil, dill, or tarragon
- juice of one lemon
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until fully combined, scraping the sides down with a wooden spoon or silicon spatula in between pulses as needed.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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