How to Make Avocado Ranch Dressing

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prepare the avocado.

   Halve and pit 1 ripe avocado.
   
   Place the avocado in a food processor and add 1/2 tsp. (2.5 ml) of hot sauce (like Tabasco) and 1 tbsp. (15 ml) fresh lime juice.
   
   Set the food processor to puree or high, and puree the avocado for 30 seconds or until it is a smooth paste. , Lift the lid from the food processor and to the avocado add: 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk or whole milk, 1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise, 1 tbsp. (15 ml) diced red onion, 1 tbsp. (15 ml) chopped cilantro, 1 clove of garlic, 1/2 tsp. (2.5 ml) white sugar, and 1 pinch each of salt and pepper. , Replace the lid on the food processor and pulse the ingredients 5 or 6 times for about 15 seconds each time until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
   
   It may need a few more pulses if the garlic is not chopped finely enough. , Check the dressing for salt and pepper and adjust if required.
   
   You can add a bit more hot sauce at this point as well, if you want it a bit spicier. , All mayonnaise and milk based products should be refrigerated when not being used.
   
   Refrigerate this dressing for up to 1 week.
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   Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients.

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   Step 3: Pulse to combine the ingredients.

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   Step 4: Check the seasonings.

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   Step 5: Refrigerate until ready to use.

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