Creamy Avocado Ranch Dip

Yield

6

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, optional

Method

1. Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving a few small chunks if desired.
3. Add the sour cream and ranch dressing. Stir until creamy and evenly combined.
4. Mix in the fresh lime juice and garlic powder.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, stirring gently to distribute the seasonings.
6. Fold in the chopped cilantro, if using, reserving a little for the top.
7. Transfer to a serving bowl and smooth the surface with a spoon.
8. Sprinkle with the reserved cilantro, if using. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

Kitchen notes

Use ripe avocados for the smoothest texture. To help prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly against the surface of the dip before refrigerating.