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Green Goddess Dressing

This classic Green Goddess dressing is a vibrant, herbaceous addition to any kitchen repertoire. A mainstay of the vegetarian category, this versatile sauce relies on a quartet of fresh garden herbs—parsley, chives, tarragon, and spring onion—to achieve its signature emerald hue and complex flavour profile. The combination of rich mayonnaise and tangy soured cream provides a velvety base that perfectly balances the salty depth of the anchovy and the bright acidity of fresh lemon juice.

Whether drizzled over a crisp gem lettuce salad, served as a sophisticated dip for crudités, or spooned over roasted new potatoes, this homemade dressing is far superior to shop-bought versions. It is incredibly quick to prepare and can be made in advance, making it a practical choice for healthy weekday lunches or relaxed summer entertaining. For the best results, use the freshest herbs available to ensure a bright, punchy finish.

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Ingredients for Green Goddess Dressing

  • 120ml purchased or homemade mayonnaise

  • 60ml soured cream

  • 1 spring onion, chopped (about 2 tablespoons )

  • 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons anchovy paste

  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon

  • 3 to 20ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)

  • Freshly ground black pepper

In a blender or food processor, blend together the mayonnaise, soured cream, spring onion, anchovy paste, parsley, 2 tablespoons chives, tarragon, and 2 teaspoons lemon juice, stopping and scraping down the sides occasionally, and blending until the dressing turns green. Taste and blend in the remaining tablespoon chives and 1 teaspoon lemon juice, if desired. Season the dressing with freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: The dressing can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, up to 4 days.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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