Green goddess dressing is one of those recipes that earns permanent residency in your fridge. This version blends tender herbs, lemon juice, and a touch of anchovy into a creamy, vibrant sauce that’s equal parts bright, savory, and refreshing. Tarragon brings an anise-kissed flavor that makes green goddess unmistakable, while chives lend a savory backbone—for the remaining herbs, use whatever you love or have on hand. Spoon it over crisp lettuces, use it to dress a chicken or tuna salad, spread it on sandwiches, or serve it alongside a platter of crunchy crudités. Once you’ve made a batch, you’ll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
What makes a dressing a green goddess?
With a flavor adjacent to homemade ranch dressing—but brighter, greener, and more complex—green goddess gets its vivid color and flavor from a bounty of fresh herbs. (Ranch usually relies on dried ones.) Tarragon is the classic choice, but any mix of your favorite tender herbs works well. Try a combination of fresh parsley, dill, cilantro, or mint, either alongside or in place of the tarragon and chives used here. Anchovies are also typical in green goddess, lending it a deeply savory backbone, while the combination of mayonnaise and dairy (here, sour cream, but buttermilk or yogurt is often used) creates a base that’s rich but tangy.
Can I skip the anchovies?
Anchovies add the savory character great green goddess dressing is known for, but it can be delicious without them. If you’re tiny-fish averse, trade them for a pinch of MSG, or simply leave them out.
Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes. Whole-milk Greek yogurt makes a slightly tangier dressing, while sour cream delivers a richer, more classic texture. More sour cream subs, right this way:
What should I serve with green goddess dressing?
Try it with salad greens, roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, sandwiches, wraps, grain bowls, or a platter of raw vegetables for dipping. You could also use it as the dressing for pasta salad, bean salad, or chicken and tuna salad.
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