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Updated Healthy Avocado Ranch Dressing

So I have been tweaking and trying different versions of my ranch dressing. Since we're currently trying to detox, I wanted to cut back on using yogurt or other dairy. I did use buttermilk just because I had it around and I think it's healthier than other dairy. Feel free to dispute that, I haven't done a lot of research on buttermilk vs. other milks. I'm thinking I'll try this again some time using a plain nut milk and see how that tastes. Or maybe a non-dairy yogurt. Here's about what I made last night: 1 avocado, seeded and skin removed 2 T lemon juice, more or less to taste 2 T or more chopped herbs, I used a combination of thyme, oregano, basil, and sage (I think chives, parsley, or other herbs would be good too) 2 small cloves of garlic, peeled salt and pepper to taste buttermilk - to desired thickness Combine all in a blender or in a bowl and blend using an immersion blender. Add buttermilk until you reach your desired thickness. You may al...