Hamdi Saidani Barefoot Contessa Green Goddess Dressing is a creamy and tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt, pepper, and sour cream. This dressing is from Ina Garten’s “Barefoot Contessa at Home” cookbook. It is good with many salads like Shrimp Orzo Salad, Arugula Salad, Cucumber Orzo Salad, and Charlie Bird Salad.
What Does Green Goddess Dressing Taste Like
Green Goddess Dressing has a creamy and tangy taste. It combines the flavors of mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt, pepper, and sour cream. This mix gives it a tangy, creamy, herby, and slightly salty flavor.
Barefoot Contessa Green Goddess Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup good mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (6 to 7 scallions)
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
- 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves)
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
How To Make Barefoot Contessa Green Goddess Dressing
- Place the mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt, and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the sour cream and process just until blended.
- Use this Green Goddess Dressing for any salad you want.
- If not using immediately, refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.
What Salads Goes Well With Green Goddess Dressing
This dressing pairs well with Shrimp Orzo Salad, Arugula Salad, Cucumber Orzo Salad, or Charlie Bird Salad. The creamy texture and herb flavor of the dressing make it versatile for various salads.
How Long Does Green Goddess Dressing Last
When stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container, Green Goddess Dressing can last for up to one week. Always check the smell and appearance before using it to ensure it’s still good.
Can You Freeze Green Goddess Dressing
It’s not recommended to freeze Green Goddess Dressing. Freezing may alter the texture and consistency of the dressing, making it less creamy and affecting its flavor.
Green Goddess Dressing Nutrition Facts
Here are the nutrition facts for a serving size of 1 tablespoon of green goddess dressing (31 grams):
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Calories from Fat: 70 kcal
- Total Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 2.5 milligrams
- Sodium: 270 milligrams
- Total Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 0 grams
- Sugars: 2 grams
- Protein: 0 grams
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Barefoot Contessa Green Goddess Dressing Recipe
Description
Barefoot Contessa Green Goddess Dressing is a creamy and tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt, pepper, and sour cream. This dressing is from Ina Garten’s “Barefoot Contessa at Home” cookbook. It is good with many salads like Shrimp Orzo Salad, Arugula Salad, Cucumber Orzo Salad, and Charlie Bird Salad.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place the mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt, and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the sour cream and process just until blended.
- Use this Green Goddess Dressing for any salad you want.
- If not using immediately, refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.
