Best 6 Lemon Pesto Buttermilk Salad Dressing Recipes

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Lemon pesto buttermilk salad dressing is a refreshing and creamy dressing that is perfect for summer salads. It is made with a combination of lemon zest, basil, pine nuts, buttermilk, and olive oil. The lemon and basil give the dressing a bright, citrusy flavor, while the buttermilk and olive oil add a creamy and rich texture. This dressing is also incredibly easy to make, and can be whipped up in just a few minutes. If you are looking for a light and flavorful dressing to add to your next salad, lemon pesto buttermilk salad dressing is a great option.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY LEMON BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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This lemon buttermilk dressing is light, creamy, and tangy. It's a delicious salad dressing recipe that goes well with broccoli coleslaw or your favorite greens.

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Salad Dressing

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup buttermilk
2 lemons (zest and juice)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (NOT Miracle Whip!)
1 ½ tablespoons honey
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 clove garlic (very finely minced)

Steps:

  • Add all the ingredients to a medium-sized bowl and whisk together.
  • Keeps well for a week in your fridge. Shake before using.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Calories 21 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 98 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

PESTO BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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A good dressing is hard to beat; a great one is brilliant. We love a tangy blend of buttermilk and Greek yogurt. -Liz Bellville, Jacksonville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate 1 hour. Just before serving, shake dressing again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA SALAD WITH LEMON-PESTO DRESSING



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound cavatappi, corkscrew pasta, or medium shells
Coarse salt
1 cup prepared pesto sauce from refrigerated case in supermarket
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
4 scallions, chopped
3/4 pound ricotta salata, chopped and crumbled, in specialty cheese case of market or 1 pound tub bocconcini mini pieces of mozzarella, drained, pieces halved
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it.
  • Place pesto, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, tomatoes, scallions and cheese in a large bowl.
  • Cook pasta to al dente then cold shock it and chill it down under cold running water. Drain well. Add to mixing bowl. Combine salad and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

CRUNCHY LEMON-PESTO GARDEN SALAD



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I love using vegetables straight from the garden in preparing this salad. If I pick the squash and cucumbers early enough, their skins are so tender that there's no need to remove them! Best of all, it's easily adaptable-any fresh veggie from the garden can be swapped in with delicious results! -Carmell Childs, Clawson, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons prepared pesto
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups thinly sliced yellow summer squash
1-3/4 cups thinly sliced mini cucumbers
3/4 cup fresh peas
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
5 thick-sliced bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the first 6 ingredients until blended. In another bowl, combine squash, cucumbers, peas, Parmesan and green onions. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Top with bacon to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LIGHT LEMON PESTO PASTA



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Light, yet full of flavor, this pesto is perfect tossed with hot spaghetti for a quick dinner. It is also excellent as a pizza sauce or smeared on hot French bread. It freezes well to preserve the bounty of summer basil.

Provided by Baking Nana

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
4 ounces Pecorino-Romano cheese, cut into cubes
6 cloves garlic
2 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves
1 cup firmly packed basil leaves
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti at a boil until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Transfer spaghetti to a large bowl.
  • Put cubed Romano cheese in the bowl of a food processor; process until coarsely grated, about 30 seconds. Put garlic into the food processor and process until the cheese and garlic are combined. Add spinach, basil, walnuts, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt; process until the mixture comes together into a thick paste. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
  • With food processor running, drizzle olive oil into the mixture. Continue processing until the oil is integrated smoothly.
  • Pour sauce over spaghetti and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.7 calories, Carbohydrate 60.2 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 337.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

LEMON-HERB BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Packed with herbs and plenty of lemon, this quick buttermilk dressing can be considered a brighter, lighter cousin of ranch. It's terrific in grain bowls, for salads or even as a sauce for poached, sautéed or grilled fish.

Provided by Francis Lam

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons sour cream
4 teaspoons lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste
Salt
Black pepper
1 teaspoon finely minced thyme leaves (from about 5 sprigs)
1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced fresh basil (about 10 large leaves)
3 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and sour cream. Whisk in the lemon juice and olive oil, and season to taste with salt and plenty of black pepper. Stir in the thyme, basil and chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 230 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
  • You can use any type of nuts or seeds in this dressing. Some good options include pine nuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • This dressing is best used immediately, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This dressing is a great way to add flavor to salads, grilled chicken, or fish.

Conclusion:

Lemon pesto buttermilk salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing, give this one a try!

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