Creamy Cilantro-Avocado Dressing

By devogirl

Use this tangy, creamy cilantro-avocado dressing on a salad of romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes and black beans, with crumbled tortilla chips or toasted pine nuts on top.

Nutrition
Per tablespoon: 16 calories; 1 g fat; 2 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars;1 g protein;1 g fiber;80 mg sodium;61 mg potassium.

Ingredients

• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 3/4 cup packed fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, quartered
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

1.Place avocado, cilantro, yogurt, scallions, garlic, lime juice, sugar and salt in a blender; blend until smooth.

Tips & Notes
Cover and refrigerate leftover dressing for up to 3 days.