Green Goddess Cucumber Avocado (Printable Version)
Fresh cucumber and creamy avocado tossed with herbaceous Green Goddess dressing for a bright, light dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fresh Vegetables
01 - 1 large English cucumber, diced
02 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1 cup finely chopped romaine lettuce
04 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
05 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
06 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
07 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
→ Green Goddess Dressing
08 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
17 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
18 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
# How to Make:
01 - Dice the English cucumber and ripe avocado into uniform pieces. Finely chop the romaine lettuce, thinly slice green onions, and chop fresh basil, chives, and parsley.
02 - In a large salad bowl, toss together the diced cucumber, avocado, chopped romaine lettuce, green onions, basil, chives, and parsley until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh tarragon, dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly, taking care to keep avocado pieces intact.
05 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds if desired. Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The creamy dressing clings perfectly to every crisp bite, making even simple vegetables feel special.
- It comes together faster than delivery arrives, yet looks like something from a fancy cafe.
02 -
- Wait until the last minute to dress this salad, otherwise the herbs will wilt and lose their vibrant pop.
- The dressing tastes even better if made an hour ahead, giving the garlic and herbs time to meld together.
03 -
- Toast your seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, about three minutes, and they will add so much more depth.
- Use a Microplane or garlic press for the garlic so it dissolves completely into the dressing without any harsh raw bites.