Green Goddess Chive Salad Dressing

A creamy, herb-filled dressing with fresh tarragon, parsley, green onion and garlic. Tarragon vinegar provides a pleasant tang, while a little fresh lemon juice adds brightness.

Green Goddess Chive Salad Dressing


Yield: About 1¼ cups
Prep Time: About 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 green onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon tarragon white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon or ½ teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • Fresh lemon juice, to taste, optional
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, green onion, garlic, tarragon vinegar, tarragon, sugar, Worcestershire sauce and parsley in a blender.
  2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Add a small amount of fresh lemon juice, if desired, and blend briefly to combine.
  4. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Tip: For the best flavor, prepare the dressing at least 30 minutes before serving and refrigerate to allow the herbs, garlic and tarragon to blend with the creamy base.

Source: Mom's Recipe