In this cucumber, tomato, Swiss cheese and chickpea salad recipe, a healthy green goddess dressing is made from avocado, buttermilk and herbs. The extra dressing is delicious served with grilled vegetables.
Active Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Yield
Serves 2
How to Make It
1. Step
To prepare dressing: Place avocado, buttermilk, herbs, vinegar and salt in a blender. Puree until smooth.
2. Step
To prepare salad: Toss lettuce and cucumber in a bowl with 1/4 cup of the dressing. Top with chickpeas, cheese and tomatoes. (Refrigerate the extra dressing for up to 3 days.)
Ingredients
1 avocado, peeled and pitted
1 ½ cups buttermilk
¼ cup chopped fresh herbs, such as tarragon, sorrel, mint, parsley and/or cilantro
