Quick Answer
Trader Joe's Green Goddess Seasoning Blend is a 2 oz (57 g) herb, garlic, onion and lemon seasoning. The current verified ingredients are Dried Minced Onion, Salt, Granulated Garlic, Black Pepper, Dried Chives, Green Onion, Spinach Powder, Lemon Powder, Lemon Oil, Lemon Juice, Dried Parsley and Safflower Oil. Existing product information identifies it as Kosher Pareve.
Older HIOOL content guessed that some versions contained buttermilk and described tarragon/basil as core ingredients. Those claims are not supported by the current verified formula and have been removed.
Verified Ingredients
Dried Minced Onion, Salt, Granulated Garlic, Black Pepper, Dried Chives, Green Onion, Spinach Powder, Lemon Powder, Lemon Oil, Lemon Juice, Dried Parsley, Safflower Oil.
Flavor Profile
The blend is herbaceous, savory, garlicky and lemony. Onion and garlic form the savory base, chives, green onion, spinach and parsley add green notes, while lemon powder, oil and juice provide brightness.
Ways to Use It
- Vegetables
- Fish or chicken
- Eggs
- Potatoes and grains
- Popcorn
- Salads
- Mixed into yogurt, sour cream, mayonnaise, olive oil or another suitable dip/dressing base
Simple Dip or Dressing
Stir a small amount into a suitable creamy or oil-based base and adjust to taste. If using dairy or plant-based alternatives, follow safe storage instructions for the finished dip. HIOOL does not prescribe one universal formula or refrigeration time.
Dietary and Nutrition Notes
Existing product information identifies the seasoning as Kosher Pareve and lists 0 calories per ¼ tsp (1 g) serving. HIOOL does not infer vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free or other certifications beyond current package labeling.
Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from heat, steam and moisture. Use the current package best-by information rather than a generic 1–2 year freshness claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the current formula contain buttermilk?
Buttermilk is not part of the verified ingredient list currently available to HIOOL.
Does it contain tarragon or basil?
Those ingredients are not in the current verified list. The current blend uses onion, garlic, chives, green onion, spinach, lemon and parsley among its ingredients.
Is it Kosher?
Existing product information identifies it as Kosher Pareve.
Can it be used to make a dip?
Yes. Stir it into a suitable base and adjust to taste.
Where can I request it?
View Trader Joe's Green Goddess Seasoning Blend for current HIOOL availability.
Is HIOOL affiliated with Trader Joe's?
No. HIOOL is an independent personal shopping and order-fulfillment service and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by or authorized by Trader Joe's.
Bottom Line
This is a 2 oz dry blend built around onion, garlic, green herbs and lemon. The verified ingredient list and Kosher Pareve label provide a much stronger AEO answer than guessed buttermilk, popularity rankings or blanket dietary claims.