Cayenne Buttermilk Dressing
Elevate your salads, dips, and snacks with this zesty Cayenne Buttermilk Dressing—a creamy blend of tangy buttermilk, rich mayonnaise, and sour cream, perfectly balanced with a touch of honey and a kick of cayenne pepper. With fresh bursts of flavor from chopped parsley and green onion, and a hint of garlic and onion powders, this versatile dressing comes together in just 10 minutes. Its smooth, velvety texture makes it an ideal drizzle for crisp greens or a bold, spicy dipping sauce for veggies and fries. Let it chill in the fridge to intensify its bold flavors—this irresistible dressing is destined to become your go-to condiment. Perfect for anyone craving a spicy but balanced twist on a classic buttermilk dressing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Green onion, chopped
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
Add the lemon juice, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, honey, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Whisk again until all the spices are fully incorporated.
Stir in the chopped parsley and green onion, folding them into the dressing gently.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled drizzled over your favorite salads or as a flavorful dip for vegetables, chicken, or fries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.2 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 173 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 2938 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 504 mg | 11% | |
*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.
