Creamy Fresh Herb Salad Dressing
Upgrade your salad game with this Creamy Fresh Herb Salad Dressing—a luscious, homemade blend bursting with garden-fresh flavor! This quick and easy dressing combines smooth mayonnaise and tangy sour cream with a medley of finely chopped herbs like parsley, chives, dill, and basil for a refreshing herbaceous kick. Brightened with freshly squeezed lemon juice, a touch of honey, and a hint of garlic, this versatile dressing strikes the perfect balance of creamy and zesty. Adjust the consistency with buttermilk to suit your preferences and let the vibrant flavors meld in the fridge before serving. Perfect for drizzling over greens, dunking veggies, or spreading on sandwiches, this dressing is a must-have for any herb lover. Whip it up in just 10 minutes and let your meals shine with fresh, homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Buttermilk (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth and well blended.
Add the freshly chopped parsley, chives, dill, and basil to the bowl. Stir to evenly distribute the herbs throughout the mixture.
Stir in the lemon juice, minced garlic, and honey. Mix until well combined.
Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
If a thinner consistency is desired, gradually add the buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired thickness is achieved.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the dressing over your favorite salad, as a dip for fresh vegetables, or as a sandwich spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.0 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 294 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1845 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 188 mg | 4% | |
*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.
