Buttermilk Scallion Dressing
Tangy, creamy, and bursting with freshness, this Buttermilk Scallion Dressing is the ultimate upgrade for your salads, vegetable platters, or even as a dipping sauce. Made with a harmonious blend of tangy buttermilk, rich mayonnaise, and velvety sour cream, this dressing gets a flavorful punch from finely chopped scallions, garlic, and fresh parsley. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a touch of Dijon mustard bring a zesty brightness, while an optional teaspoon of honey adds a hint of sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing comes together effortlessly and tastes even better after a brief chill in the fridge to let the flavors meld. Whether drizzled over leafy greens or paired with roasted vegetables, this homemade dressing will leave you wondering why you ever bought store-bought.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 4 stalks Scallions (green onions), finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Optional: Honey
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Add the finely chopped scallions, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk to incorporate the ingredients evenly into the mixture.
Stir in the fresh parsley. If you prefer a slightly sweeter dressing, add honey and mix until fully blended.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the dressing a good stir. Use it immediately or keep it refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 107.1 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 173 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 1878 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 577 mg | 12% | |
*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.
