Buttermilk Dressing
Creamy, tangy, and brimming with fresh herbaceous flavor, this homemade buttermilk dressing is a versatile staple that elevates any dish it graces. Made with buttermilk, mayonnaise, and a touch of sour cream for a luscious base, this quick 10-minute recipe bursts to life with finely chopped parsley, dill, and chives, along with a zesty hint of garlic and lemon. Perfect as a salad dressing, a dip for fresh veggies, or a drizzle over roasted meats, this dressing strikes the ideal balance between rich and refreshing. Ready after a short chill in the fridge, it’s your go-to condiment for adding a fresh and homemade touch, offering endless possibilities to enjoy its flavor-packed appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped parsley, dill, and chives to the bowl. Stir to incorporate the herbs evenly throughout the mixture.
Stir in the minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk again until all ingredients are well combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or a topping for roasted meats and vegetables. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.0 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 173 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 1758 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*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.
