Avocado Lime Ranch - Chick-fil-A Copycat
Ingredients
- 2 ripe Haas avocados
washed, cut in half, pit removed and pulp scooped out, 220g
- 1/2 cup mayo
like Duke's, 110g
- 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
60 ml
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
leave out for keto
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
30 ml
- 1 tablespoon water
to thin, 15 ml
Directions
- 1
Place all the dressing ingredients: fats, acids, and spices (except the olive oil and water) into a food processor and blend until smooth. Scrape the sides with a spatula, if necessary.
- 2
With the processor running, slowly drizzle the extra virgin olive oil into the dressing.
- 3
Thin the dressing with a little water, then taste and adjust seasonings. Add a bit more acid (vinegar, buttermilk, or lime juice) if necessary.
- 4
Use a spatula to remove the dressing from the food processor and pour it into a bowl or jar. Cover and refrigerate in an air tight container to chill for an hour or two to a maximum of 5 days.
Avocado Lime Ranch - Chick-fil-A Copycat
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About this Recipe
Craving the creamy, tangy goodness of Chick-fil-A's Avocado Lime Ranch dressing at home? This copycat recipe brings that beloved flavor straight to your kitchen, perfect for elevating any meal.
What makes this dressing truly special is the harmonious blend of fresh, ripe Haas avocados with bright lime juice and classic ranch ingredients like dried dill, garlic powder, and onion powder. It’s a versatile, homemade dressing that captures that signature restaurant taste you love, made with ingredients you can trust and control.
You'll discover a dressing that is wonderfully rich and velvety, thanks to the combination of creamy avocados and mayo. This richness is perfectly balanced by the vibrant tang of freshly squeezed lime juice and distilled white vinegar, creating a refreshing brightness. Subtle aromatic notes from the garlic, onion, and dill provide that familiar, herbaceous ranch profile, while a touch of ground cumin adds an unexpected layer of depth. The result is a smooth, luscious dressing that’s both indulgent and incredibly flavorful.
This recipe is quite adaptable to your preferences. For those following a keto diet, simply omit the sugar from the ingredients. If you prefer a thinner dressing for easy drizzling, you can adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired consistency. You can also experiment with the tanginess by slightly increasing or decreasing the fresh lime juice to match your palate.
This Avocado Lime Ranch is fantastic drizzled generously over your favorite salads, served as a creamy dip for fresh vegetables or crispy chicken, or even spread on sandwiches and wraps for an extra burst of flavor.