Say hello to your new favorite green sauce—this homemade Vegan Green Goddess Dressing is bursting with fresh flavor, herbs and a creamy, tangy richness that’s better than store bought in every way. Made with real, wholesome ingredients, it’s free from preservatives and refined sugar, yet full of vibrant, herby goodness that takes just 10 minutes in the food processor or blender.
The smooth texture and flavorful blend of ingredients make it incredibly versatile—drizzle it over salads, toss it with pasta, use it as a dip for veggies or spread it onto wraps and sandwiches. Whether you’re looking to brighten up a bowl or add a little something extra to your lunch, this easy-to-make, unique dressing delivers the perfect balance of freshness and depth. Once you try it, you’ll never go back to the bottled stuff again. Plus, it’s gluten free and dairy free! If you love this green goddess dressing, you’ll also love my dairy free ranch dressing, creamy macadamia nut pesto and cashew cheese sauce!
What Is Green Goddess Dressing?
Green goddess dressing is a creamy, vibrant sauce made by blending fresh herbs like parsley, basil, dill and chives with lemon juice, garlic and a rich base. It’s known for its bold green color, tangy flavor and smooth texture. Some versions include anchovy or capers for a savory kick, but these can be omitted for a plant-based twist.
This herby dressing is perfect for salads, grain bowls or as a dip for veggies. It also works well drizzled over grilled chicken, fish or roasted potatoes. Bright, flavorful and easy to make at home, green goddess dressing adds a fresh, gourmet touch to everyday meals.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This dressing is so bright and fresh!
It’s made with simple and wholesome ingredients.
This recipe is packed with fresh herbs.
This dressing only takes about 5 minutes to make!
It’s perfect for spring!
This dressing is super versatile- you can eat it on wraps, sandwiches, chicken and more!
It’s way better than store bought!
Equipment Needed
All you need to make this vegan green goddess dressing is a cutting board, knife and a food processor or blender.
Ingredients Needed
Herbs: I used fresh basil, parsley, dill and chives in this recipe to give the dressing a delicious flavor.
Macadamia Nuts: The nuts in this recipe help make the dressing creamy!
Garlic: Fresh garlic adds a delicious flavor to this dressing.
Lemon: Lemon juice adds a bright and springy flavor to this dressing.
Olive Oil: Olive oil makes up the base of this dressing and also provides several health benefits.
Coconut Cream: Coconut cream adds flavor and makes this dressing even creamier. If you don’t like coconut cream or creamy dressing, feel free to skip it.
Salt: Sea salt helps bring out the natural flavor of the fresh herbs.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Step 2: Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender or food processor.
Storage
Store this vegan green goddess dressing in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 4-5 days. You can also freeze it to have on hand whenever you need it!
Variations
Herbs: Feel free to use any fresh herbs you have on hand! I used basil, parsley, chives and dill.
Creaminess: If you want to reduce the creaminess of the dressing, feel free to skip the coconut cream. If you want to make the dressing creamier and thicker, add 1/2 of an avocado.
Spice: If you want to make this dressing spicy, you can add red pepper flakes or jalapeño.
How To Serve
This vegan green goddess dressing is so delicious and can be served so many different ways:
Use it as a dipping sauce for vegetables!
Try it out as a salad dressing.
Use it to marinate your chicken!
Add it to a chicken salad.
Use it as sauce on a sandwich!
Recipe FAQ
What is the difference between green goddess and ranch dressing?
Ranch dressing is creamier, richer and comforting and green goddess is a lighter, more herby dressing.
What can I serve this dressing on?
Serve this vegan green goddess dressing on sandwiches, wraps, pasta, salad and more!
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, this dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator or frozen.
Can I make this dressing spicy?
Add red pepper flakes to make this dressing spicy.
What is green goddess sauce made of?
Green goddess is comprised of fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic and a handful of other ingredients!
Is this recipe gluten free?
Yes, this dressing is naturally gluten free.
Can I make this recipe nut free?
You can try using pumpkin seeds to make this recipe nut free!
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Vegan Green Goddess Dressing
Equipment
- 1 blender or food processor
- 1 cutting board
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
- 2/3 cup macadamia nuts soaked
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup coconut cream
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender or food processor.
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