Creamy Avocado Dressing
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What it is
Creamy Avocado Dressing is a salad dressing made primarily from puréed avocado, which gives it a rich, creamy texture and a mild, slightly grassy flavor. It often includes other ingredients like oil, vinegar or lime juice, herbs, spices, and sometimes dairy or non-dairy creamers to achieve its characteristic taste and consistency.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use Creamy Avocado Dressing as a flavorful topping for salads, sandwiches, and wraps, adding richness and a distinct avocado taste. Its creamy nature also makes it suitable as a dip for vegetables or as a sauce for Mexican-inspired dishes.
Health notes
Avocado is recognized as a source of healthy fats, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. The FDA considers avocado itself to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). When avocado is processed into a dressing, the overall health impact depends on the other ingredients, such as added fats, sugars, and sodium. Regulatory bodies like the WHO/IARC have not classified avocado itself as a carcinogen. Evidence regarding the health benefits of avocado consumption is generally positive, with studies suggesting it may contribute to heart health.
Allergen info
Avocado is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Creamy Avocado Dressing
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Ready Pac Produce, Inc.
Creamy Avocado Dressing Chicken Queso Fresco Salad
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
179kcal
6.5Protein
14.1Fat
7.6Carbs
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Cilantro Avocado Romaine Lettuce, White-Meat Chicken, Queso Fresco Cheese, Fire-Roasted Corn, Black Beans & Tortilla Strips, With Creamy Avocado Dressing Salad, Cilantro Avocado
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
179kcal
6.5Protein
14.1Fat
7.6Carbs