Vegan Avocado Dressing | Oil Free (2024)

Published: Jun 18, 2023 by Alison Corey | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my disclaimer.

This creamy Vegan Avocado Dressing is quick and easy! With only 6 simple ingredients, and 5 minutes, you’ll have a healthy oil-free whole food plant-based dressing for your favorite salads or Buddha bowls!

What I love about this vegan avocado dressing, aside from how simple and easy it is to make, is how it can be used to flavor so many different dishes.

It’s fast becoming my go-to dipping sauce. After creating the base of the dressing using the avocado, almond milk, and lime juice, you can add your favorite spices to flavor it the way that you like best.

This dressing would pair nicely with chili powder for a southwest spicy flavor, or add garlic powder, or paprika for a smoky flavor.

For more oil-free vegan salad dressings, try these recipes:

• Vegan salad dressing recipes
• Vegan Honey Mustard
• Vegan Tahini Dressing

💗 Why You’ll Love this Dressing

• 6 simple ingredients
• 5 minutes to make
• Oil-Free (no olive oil)
• Creamy but still dairy-free
• Slightly spicy
• Perfect for Buddha Bowls or Salads

🥣 Ingredients You’ll Need

Ripe Avocado: Be sure to use a ripe avocado. If you have a small avocado you might want to use instead of one.

Minced Garlic: Add more or less garlic depending on your preference. I use one clove of minced glove.

Fresh Lime Juice: The juice of one lime is all you need. If you don’t have lime, lemon is a good substitute.

Salt and Cayenne Pepper: A touch of salt and cayenne pepper adds seasoning and the perfect amount of spice.

Unsweetened Almond Milk: Make sure your almond milk is not flavored with vanilla or it will have a stranger flavor.

🛠 Key Equipment

I made this dressing smooth and creamy using my high speed blender. I have a Vitamix (affiliate link) which I LOVE! It creates such a nice creamy texture, but you can also whip this dressing up using a food processor or other type of high speed blender.

👩🏻‍🍳 How to Make Vegan Avocado Dressing

1. In a high speed blender or food processor add peeled and ripened avocado.
2. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime, and add to blender.
3. Add almond milk, minced garlic clove, salt, and cayenne pepper to taste. Blend on medium speed until smooth.
4. Transfer to a glass container. Top with a touch of black pepper.

📝 Expert Tips

• Increase or decrease cayenne pepper for your level of spiciness.
• Substitute any unsweetened and unflavored dairy free milk for almond milk.
• Enjoy as a dip with these Air Fryer Potato Wedges, or on top of your favorite salad, or buddha bowls!

❓ Recipe FAQS

📋 Variations

Add Fresh Herbs: If you have them on hand, add a ¼ cup of fresh cilantro, parsley, or basil leaves for a refreshing herbal undertone.

Amp Up The Spice: Feel free to get creative with the spices you add to your dressing. A touch of taco seasoning, cumin, paprika, or even curry can give this dressing a depth of flavor.

🍽 How to Serve

Serve chilled. Drizzle on top of salad or buddha bowl and toss lightly to coat. If using as a dip for fries, crisps, or veggies sticks, serve in small bowl. Top with fresh ground black pepper or a sprinkle of cayenne. Serve on top of your favorite tacos, or add as a sauce to your burritos or vegan burrito bowls. It tastes great on top of baked sweet potatoes, or

❄️ How to Store and Keep

This dressing is best enjoy immediately after making it. Avocados brown quickly. However, if you add a bit of lemon juice, and store the dressing in an airtight container with no excess air, it will keep for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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