Buena Vista Dressing
Brighten up your salads and dishes with the zesty and herbaceous Buena Vista Dressing—a creamy, flavor-packed recipe that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with a smooth blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and tangy buttermilk, this dressing gets its vibrant edge from fresh cilantro, parsley, and a splash of fresh lime juice. Subtle spices like cumin and chili powder, paired with a hint of honey, create a harmonious balance of savory and sweet, while a touch of jalapeño adds an optional kick for those who love a little heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dressing is the perfect companion for leafy greens, grilled chicken, fish, or even as a savory dip for fresh veggies. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or sprucing up a weeknight dinner, Buena Vista Dressing will turn any dish into a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup, loosely packed Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup, loosely packed Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 small cloves, minced Garlic cloves
- 1 stalk, chopped Green onion
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 (small, seeded and chopped) Jalapeño pepper
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Blend until smooth.
Add the fresh cilantro, parsley, lime juice, garlic, green onion, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the herbs are fully incorporated and the dressing has a smooth texture.
If desired, add the chopped jalapeño for an extra kick. Blend again until the jalapeño is fully incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust the salt, lime juice, or honey to your preference.
Pour the dressing into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold over salads, as a dip for vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.2 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1901 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 403 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
