Buttermilk Salad Dressing
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this homemade Buttermilk Salad Dressing is the perfect way to elevate any salad. Made with a harmonious blend of buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this dressing achieves a luscious texture that's light yet satisfying. Fresh parsley, green onion, and minced garlic deliver a pop of vibrant, herbaceous notes, while a touch of Dijon mustard and lemon juice adds a subtle kick of zesty brightness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make condiment is perfect not only as a salad topper but also as a tasty dip for vegetables or a drizzle over roasted dishes. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld, and enjoy this versatile dressing that's as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 small (chopped) green onion
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Add the fresh parsley, green onion, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together until fully incorporated and the dressing is smooth.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
To serve, drizzle the dressing over your favorite salad or use it as a dip for vegetables. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.0 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 173 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 1757 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 469 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.
