Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing

Avocado cilantro lime dressing is one of the best salad dressings and is versatile enough to add to tacos, burritos, fajitas, salads, etc. This is smooth and creamy in texture and loaded with flavors to satisfy the tastebuds.

Salad dressings are usually easier to make, and you can store them for longer when stored properly. But these are typically loaded with fats like oil. But here, the avocado cilantro lime dressing is healthier than other dressings if we see the healthy fat of avocado. Avocado is one of the most nutritious vegetables. This is much loved for its good fat.

Avocado cilantro lime dressing is vegan and dairy-free. This is also gluten-free. Avocado dressing is paleo-friendly as well as keto-friendly too. It's one of the healthiest salad dressings, indeed. I love to add this dressing to my southwest salad.

This avocado cilantro lime dressing is as smooth and creamy as any of the cream-based dressings, but at the same time, it doesn't contain more calories and bad fat, which most salad dressings have. So, this is the ultimate healthy dressing to add to your salads, and it will not defeat the purpose of eating healthy salads.

Avocado - Nutrition and health benefits

The nutrients in avocados help prevent and treat life-threatening ailments like cancer and cardiovascular diseases. They protect against prostate cancer, prevent the hardening of arteries, improve blood sugar levels, lower cholesterol levels in the body, and enhance the absorption of nutrients. They also protect us from cataracts and other neurodegenerative diseases.

The antioxidants, nutrients, and healthy fats help our bodies in many ways- including the following: -

• Prevents Heart Diseases -

It prevents various cancers, including prostate cancer, as these nutrients, plant sterols, and poly- and monounsaturated fats make avocado a heart-healthy fruit. These nutrients are essential in preventing the clogging of arteries that cause heart attacks. The antioxidants also protect against free radical damage to cells and tissues that can cause chronic diseases like cancer. It also regulates healthy cholesterol levels.

• Protect against neurodegenerative diseases -

Avocados are rich in plant lutein and zeaxanthin, which help prevent age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) and cataracts. Carotenoids present in this fruit are known for their antioxidant qualities; they enhance the immune system.

• Prevents Arthritis -

This fruit contains anti-inflammatory properties, which reduce swelling and pain associated with arthritis. It acts as an inhibitor of enzymes called COX-2, thereby preventing inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.

• Good for eyes -

Prevent several eye diseases like cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration with the help of avocado fruit. Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids found in avocados that are good for eyesight.

• Vitamin E is excellent for our skin.

This fruit has less fat than other oils due to its high monounsaturated fat content. It's a perfect choice as a base for a salad dressing.

Avocado Cilantro Lime Dressing

Ingredients:

1 ripe avocado, ¼ cup olive oil, two tablespoons lime juice, one tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, four cloves garlic, two tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, one teaspoon salt (or to taste), and pepper as needed. Plus ¼ cup water to dilute the consistency if required.

Preparation:

Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor; blend until creamy! Pour into a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over your favorite salad greens, cooked vegetables, or meatless dishes such as tacos or burritos.

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