Avocado Ranch Dressing
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What it is
Avocado ranch dressing is a creamy salad dressing made from mashed avocados, buttermilk or yogurt, mayonnaise, herbs, and spices. It combines the rich, smooth texture of avocado with the tangy, herbaceous flavor profile of traditional ranch dressing.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use avocado ranch dressing as a flavorful condiment and dip. Its creamy texture and savory taste make it popular in salads, sandwiches, wraps, and as a dip for vegetables and chips.
Health notes
Avocado ranch dressing is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It contains fats from avocado and mayonnaise, and may include added sugars and sodium. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual ingredients used in dressings. Evidence on the health effects of processed dressings is mixed, with some studies linking high intake of creamy dressings to increased calorie and sodium consumption, while others highlight the benefits of healthy fats from avocados.
Allergen info
Avocado ranch dressing may contain allergens depending on the specific ingredients used. Traditional ranch often includes milk and egg (in mayonnaise). Some versions may also contain soy or wheat. It is not a major allergen on its own, but always check the ingredient list for specific allergens.
Products containing Avocado Ranch Dressing
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Curation Foods, Inc.
Avocado Ranch Salad, Avocado Ranch
196kcal
4.9Protein
14.7Fat
11.9Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Blt Turkey And Bacon Iceberg And Green Leaf Lettuce, Turkey Breast, Grape Tomatoes, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Brioche Garlic Croutons And Avocado Ranch Dressing Deluxe Salad, Blt
High in sodium — 44% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
169kcal
7.3Protein
11.5Fat
6.9Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Avocado Ranch Iceberg And Green Leaf Lettuce Blend, Chili Lime Seasoned White Chicken Meat, Black Beans, Fire Roasted Corn, Pepper Jack Cheese, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Seasoned Tortilla Chips And Avocado Ranch Dressing Chicken Deluxe Salad, Avocado Ranch
High in sodium — 35% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
149kcal
6.9Protein
9.6Fat
10.7Carbs
Papa John's Salads & Produce
Santa Fe Salad With Avocado Ranch Dressing
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
119kcal
4.0Protein
8.4Fat
8.0Carbs
Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.
Avocado Ranch Chopped Kit
140kcal
3Protein
11Fat
8Carbs
Curation Foods, Inc.
Medium Spicy Mexican Fiesta Chopped Salad Kit, Mexican Fiesta
150kcal
3Protein
12Fat
9Carbs