Kefir Buttermilk Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads and dishes with this creamy and tangy Kefir Buttermilk Salad Dressing, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients that’s both flavorful and nutrient-packed. Featuring the probiotic-rich goodness of plain kefir and the silky smoothness of buttermilk, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between tangy and savory with a touch of honey for sweetness and a hint of fresh dill for a herbaceous finish. Crafted in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is elevated further by the addition of garlic, olive oil, and a splash of lemon juice for brightness. Whether drizzled over crisp greens, used as a dip for fresh veggies, or paired with grain bowls, this homemade dressing is a delightful way to add flavor and sophistication to your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Plain kefir
- 0.25 cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the plain kefir and buttermilk to create the base for your dressing.
Whisk in the mayonnaise and olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the lemon juice and honey, stirring well to balance the tangy and sweet flavors.
Mix in the minced garlic, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, if needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Shake or stir before serving. Drizzle over salads, use as a veggie dip, or as a dressing for grain bowls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 322 mg | 7% | |
*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.
