Green Goddess Avocado Cucumber (Printable)
A fresh mix of avocado, cucumber, herbs, and a creamy dressing for a light, flavorful dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Salad Base
01 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
02 - 1 English cucumber, diced
03 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
04 - 4 scallions, finely sliced
05 - 1/2 cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives, tarragon), chopped
06 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds (optional)
→ Green Goddess Dressing
08 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
09 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
13 - 1 clove garlic, minced
14 - 1/2 cup fresh herbs (basil, parsley, chives, tarragon), chopped
15 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, avocados, sliced scallions, fresh herbs, and radishes. Toss gently to distribute evenly without crushing delicate ingredients.
02 - Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
03 - Pour the prepared green goddess dressing over the salad mixture. Use salad tongs to toss gently, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated with the creamy dressing.
04 - Sprinkle toasted sunflower seeds over the top for added texture and crunch, if using. Serve immediately while vegetables remain crisp for optimal freshness and flavor.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The dressing comes together in minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
- You can prep everything ahead and toss it right before serving
- Its endlessly adaptable based on what herbs you have on hand
02 -
- Resist the urge to dress this salad more than 30 minutes before serving or the delicate herbs will wilt and lose their vibrant color
- The dressing tastes even better after resting in the fridge for an hour, so make it ahead if you can
03 -
- Taste your dressing before adding it to the salad and adjust the lemon juice or salt to your preference
- Toasting the sunflower seeds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes makes them infinitely more flavorful