Rosy Blue Cheese Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Rosy Blue Cheese Dressing, a creamy and tangy twist on the classic that’s as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Packed with bold crumbles of blue cheese, the perfect balance of rich mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, and buttermilk, this dressing boasts a velvety texture and an array of vibrant flavors. A splash of beet juice gives it a unique rosy hue, making it as eye-catching as it is delicious. Fresh garlic, parsley, and a hint of honey add depth and brightness, while lemon juice and white wine vinegar provide a zesty kick. Perfect as a salad dressing, veggie dip, or even a decadent spread, this quick 10-minute recipe will transform your mealtime into a gourmet experience. Store it for up to a week and enjoy a truly versatile, show-stopping condiment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.75 cup Blue cheese (crumbled)
- 0.25 cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Beet juice (for color)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth and well blended.
Fold in the crumbled blue cheese, leaving some chunks for texture while ensuring distribution throughout the mixture.
Add the buttermilk, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and honey, stirring until fully combined and smooth.
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to incorporate the seasonings.
Add the beet juice one teaspoon at a time, stirring after each addition, until the dressing achieves a soft rosy color.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or a spread for sandwiches. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 272.0 g | 349% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.5 g | 398% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 492 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 3478 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1358 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
