The incomparable Gwyneth Paltrow has always been a favorite celebrity of mine.  Not only is she a talented actress, a classic beauty, and a fashion icon, but her blog/online magazine goop (http://goop.com/) showcases her unique presence in all areas of overall good taste, including food.  As if I didn’t have several reasons to follow her work to date, she began publishing a series of incredible cookbooks a few years ago which are beautifully photographed and filled with tantalizing recipes for us all to enjoy.  Her newest cookbook, written along with Julia Turshen, is aptly named It’s All Good because it is a collection of healthy recipes that are also super tasty.

One of the first recipes I was excited to make from this book is their version of the classic Green Goddess Dressing.  Green it is because it includes a ton of fresh herbs and even avocado, this is a wonderfully flavorful salad dressing or dip for a plate of crudités.  The recipe is actually vegan because of its use of Vegenaise instead of mayonnaise, but can be made with sour cream or mayonnaise if you like.  I encourage you to flip through one of Ms. Paltrow’s fabulous books—you will be inspired and wowed by each and every page; I guarantee it.

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