Best 2 Blue Gardenia Salad Dressing Recipes

Blue Gardenia Salad Dressing is a creamy and smooth dressing with a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. It is made with mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, apple cider vinegar, blue cheese, and crumbled bacon. This dressing is perfect for salads, especially those with mixed greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers. It can also be used as a dip for vegetables or crackers.

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ITALIAN GIARDINIERA SALAD

Italian Giardiniera Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

Steps:

Combine 3/4 cup drained giardiniera (Italian pickled vegetables), 4 ounces chopped fresh mozzarella, 4 cups Italian blend salad greens, 1/2 cup torn basil and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley in a large bowl. Whisk 1 tablespoon each white wine vinegar and jarred giardiniera brine, then slowly whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil; drizzle over the salad and toss. Season with salt and pepper.

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST RICH AND CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING EVER!

Absolutely the BEST Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing Ever! image

Top your perfect salad with my creamy and chunky blue cheese dressing recipe. It has a nicely balanced flavor and nice sweetness with a great creamy and chunky balance.

Provided by LUCKYME9

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 ½ ounces blue cheese
3 tablespoons buttermilk
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In a small bowl, mash blue cheese and buttermilk together with a fork until mixture resembles large-curd cottage cheese. Stir in sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and garlic powder until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 251.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

Use the freshest possible ingredients for the best flavor.
If you don't have a buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
To make a lighter dressing, use nonfat buttermilk or yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
If you like a tangy dressing, add a little bit of lemon juice or vinegar to taste.
For a sweeter dressing, add a little bit of sugar or honey to taste.
To make a thicker dressing, add a little bit of cornstarch or flour to the mayonnaise or yogurt.

Conclusion:

Blue Gardenia Salad Dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be easily customized to your own taste. Whether you like it tangy, sweet, thick, or thin, Blue Gardenia Salad Dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.