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Lemon Basil Dressing

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5 from 2 reviews

This bright aromatic dressing made with fresh basil and avocado is healthy and easy to make.  

Ingredients

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  • 6 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 small cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 of an avocado
  • 20 medium basil leaves, about 1 cup lightly packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, or 1 teaspoons fresh oregano
  • 1/21 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8  teaspoon black pepper
  • 2/3 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a blender, add the lemon juice, mustard, honey, garlic, avocado, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend on medium speed until combined, about 30 seconds.
  2. With the blender running on low speed, slowly pour in the olive oil, processing until lightly thickened, about 30 seconds. Add more salt and pepper to taste.

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