Easy & Healthy Chick-Fil-A Avocado Lime Ranch

Learn the secrets to making a healthier version of Chick-fil-A’s beloved avocado lime ranch dressing using wholesome ingredients like kefir, avocado oil mayo, and apple cider vinegar. Easy, delicious, and good for you, too!

chick fil a avocado lime ranch dressing drizzled on a salad and in a glass mason jar

Man oh man, there are few things I love more in this world than Chick-Fil-A’s iconic avocado lime ranch dressing. (Although I really love this homemade version of Chick-Fil-A sauce too!)

It’s creamy, packed with flavor, and pairs nicely with a salad, wrap (or just about anything really).

That being said, though, I don’t really love the list of ingredients. So, I set out on a mission to make my own homemade version of this delicious dressing, and I think I’ve done it!

This homemade version is packed with healthy ingredients like kefir, apple cider vinegar, and my homemade avocado oil mayo. It’s easy, delicious, and something you can definitely feel good about making.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe


  • KID FRIENDLY: This homemade dressing makes a great dipping sauce for all sorts of things. Kids love it!
  • HEALTHY: The one thing I love about this recipe. It’s packed with gut healthy ingredients like kefir and apple cider vinegar, and healthy fats like avocado and egg.
  • QUICK AND EASY: Similar to my homemade Chick-Fil-A sauce, this dressing is easily whipped up in about 10 minutes and stores well in the fridge for up to a week!

Ingredients for Avocado Lime Ranch

This is just a quick overview of essential ingredients needed for this recipe. Make sure to check out the recipe card below for the full list!

  • Avocados: You’ll need 2 ripe avocados for this recipe.
  • Kefir: I love using milk kefir for its health benefits. If you don’t have it, you can substitute buttermilk.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: I love apple cider vinegar for the added health benefits. You can use distilled white vinegar as a substitute.
  • Mayo: I used my homemade avocado oil mayo for this recipe. You can definitely use store-bought! I recommend avocado oil mayo for the added health benefits.
  • Lime Juice: You can use freshly squeezed or an organic lime juice.

How to Make Chick-Fil-A Avocado Lime Ranch

  1. Place all the dressing ingredients except the avocado oil and water into a food processor or high powered blender and begin blending.
  2. With the blender still running, slowly drizzle the avocado oil into the dressing. It should immediately begin to take on a thick and creamy texture, letting you know it has emulsified properly.
  3. Thin the dressing with a little water as desired, then adjust seasonings to taste if needed. 
  4. Pour the dressing into a mason jar or other airtight container. For best results, refrigerate for an hour before using. It will keep in the fridge for up to a week.

Make sure the avocados are ripe! They should have a slight give to them when squeezed (without being overly mushy).

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Why Use Kefir?

Kefir is a fermented milk drink that offers a variety of health benefits. It contains probiotics, beneficial bacteria that promote gut health and improve digestion. It also is packed full of vitamins and protein! I love and use Maple Hill Organic Kefir.

Quick Tips for Success

  • If you don’t want to make your own avocado oil mayo, I love the Chosen Foods brand. It can be found at most grocery stores.
  • If you’re feeding a crowd, this recipe can easily be doubled!

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Yes! This dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for use later on. It tastes even better the next day, since it will have time to chill and thicken and for the flavors to meld.

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Healthy Chick-Fil-A Avocado Lime Ranch

chick fil a avocado lime ranch dressing drizzled on a salad and in a glass mason jar

Learn the secrets to making a healthier version of Chick-fil-A's beloved avocado lime ranch dressing using wholesome ingredients like kefir, avocado oil mayo, and apple cider vinegar. Easy, delicious, and good for you, too!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup kefir
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil mayo
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (can substitute olive oil)
  • 1-2 tbsp of water, to thin as needed

Instructions

  1. Place all the dressing ingredients except the avocado oil and water into a food processor or high powered blender and begin blending.
  2. With the blender still running, slowly drizzle the avocado oil into the dressing. It should immediately begin to take on a thick and creamy texture, letting you know it has emulsified properly.
  3. Thin the dressing with a little water as desired, then adjust seasonings to taste if needed. 
  4. Pour the dressing into a mason jar or other airtight container. For best results, refrigerate for an hour before using. It will keep in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

  • If you don’t want to make your own avocado oil mayo, I love the Chosen Foods brand. It can be found at most grocery stores.
  • If you're feeding a crowd, this recipe can easily be doubled!
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