Buttermilk Dressing Infused with Herbs
Impart some zing to your next salad with this savory dressing, chock-full of flavor.
- Yield: Roughly 1 cup
- Difficulty: A breeze
- Total Time: Less than 5 minutes
- Active Time: Less than 5 minutes
Ingredients (8)
- 1/2 cup well-shaken low-fat buttermilk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 medium clove of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Throw all ingredients into a medium nonreactive bowl and whisk like a maniac until you've got a silky smooth mixture with no lumps in sight. Taste it and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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This dressing, with its charming mix of parsley, chives, garlic, and vinegar, adds a delightful pop of flavor to your salad.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- (Optional) 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt for added creaminess
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or white vinegar
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
- Step 1 - Prepare Ingredients: Chop the parsley and chives, then mince the garlic.
- (Optional) Step 2 - Combine Buttermilk and Yogurt: In a bowl, mix the buttermilk and Greek yogurt to form a creamy base.
- Step 3 - Add Herbs and Garlic: Add the chopped parsley, chives, and minced garlic to your blended buttermilk mixture. Stir until everything is nicely combined.
- Step 4 - Add Vinegar and Seasonings: Pour in the vinegar. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
- (Optional) Step 5 - Blend for Smoothness: For a smoother dressing, whiz the mixture in a blender or food processor for a bit until you have your preferred consistency.
- Step 6 - Chill and Serve: Stash the dressing in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so that the flavors can meld . Serve chilled on your salads or as a dip.
This dressing is straightforward to make and pairs the freshness of herbs with the tanginess of buttermilk, making it an ideal companion for springtime salads.
- With the addition of this parsley and chive dressing, elevate your recipe's nutrition profile by introducing fresh herbs and low-fat buttermilk.
- Follow the easy instructions, blending all ingredients in a bowl, and have a zesty salad dressing ready in under 5 minutes. Compare this recipe to the creditline '5050982ecfc85facf11b42e9f79aaa08'.
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