Best 14 Tasty Blue Cheese Salad Dressing Recipes
Blue cheese salad dressing is a creamy, tangy and flavorful condiment that adds a touch of sophistication to any salad. With its bold and distinctive flavor, blue cheese dressing is a popular choice among salad enthusiasts who appreciate a robust dressing that complements a variety of greens, vegetables, and proteins. Whether you're seeking a classic recipe that's been passed down for generations or a contemporary twist on this beloved dressing, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect blue cheese salad dressing to enhance your culinary experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
I tasted this tangy blue cheese dressing for the first time at a friend's house. She gave me the recipe, and now I make it every week. I always keep some in my refrigerator. This homemade recipe tastes much better than bottled blue cheese dressing and it's a snap to make. -Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in the blue cheese. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING
The thick, creamy blue cheese dressing does double duty at our house because I often serve it as a veggie dip. -Christy Freeman, Central Point, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place all the ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TASTY BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING
This is my husband's favorite dressing. Besides salads, he likes to use it as a dip for eating artichokes. It is easy to make and tasty.
Provided by Klantz
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, lemon juice, sherry, and garlic salt together in a bowl. Fold blue cheese through the mixture.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 489.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
HOMEMADE BLUE CHEESE DRESSING (BETTER THAN STORE-BOUGHT)
This easy homemade blue cheese dressing is extra creamy and perfect for tossing with salad or used as a dipping sauce. Depending on what you plan to use the blue cheese dressing for, you might consider adding a little milk or water. Without it, the dressing is thick, which makes it perfect for dipping. If you want it to be pourable like a salad dressing, a splash of milk or water is the key.
Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher
Categories Salad Dressing
Time 5m
Yield Makes about 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, blue cheese, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and stir until well blended and creamy.
- Use the back of a spoon to press some of the blue cheese crumbles into the sauce for even more flavor. The dressing will be thick, which makes it perfect for dips.
- For a pourable dressing that's perfect for salads, stir in a tablespoon or two of milk, buttermilk or water. Taste then adjust with additional lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Keep, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for one week.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Calories 85, Fat 8.2g, SaturatedFat 2.8g, Cholesterol 10.7mg, Sodium 149.7mg, Carbohydrate 0.9g, Fiber 0g, Sugar 0.1g, Protein 2.1g
BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING THREE WAYS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 5m
Yield approximately 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium bowl whisk together the blue cheese, lemon juice and olive oil.
- Serve this over a spinach salad with rings of fresh red onion.
- Whisk in the sour cream and you've got a dip for buffalo chicken wings or celery sticks.
- Stir in the horseradish and the mixture makes a great spread for sandwiches.
SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 7m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Whisk 1/4 cup each buttermilk and crumbled blue cheese, 3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, a dash of hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Add 10 cups mixed salad greens and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 13 milligrams, Sodium 318 milligrams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams
CREAMY BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING
About 25 years ago, after experimenting with recipes for a blue cheese dressing, I came up with this quick-to-make combination. I usually mix up a double batch because it never lasts long. It's also great as a dip for crackers, veggies or crusty breads, or instead of mayonnaise on sandwiches.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
THE BEST BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING EVER
Make and share this The Best Blue Cheese Salad Dressing Ever recipe from Food.com.
Provided by carrie sheridan
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 8m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend lemon juice into milk [or use buttermilk if you have that on hand].
- Mix mayo and sour cream and then add milk.
- Add finely minced garlic to taste [you can also leave this out].
- Add a splash of Worcestershire, or more to taste.
- Add all the cheese you want, to taste [i always heaped in a lot of the best imported cheese i could find].
- Refrigerate.
- This will keep in the refrigerator for a month, but it probably won't last that long.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 181.4, Carbohydrate 4.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 1.6
EASY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
This tangy salad dressing can be ready to serve in 15 minutes or less. We like the blend of flavors with the blue cheese. -Margaret Krueger, New Berlin, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5m
Yield 1-1/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic and pepper; whisk until smooth. Stir in the blue cheese. Serve over salad greens. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
TANGY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
Caramelized onions add a depth of flavor you won't find in a store-bought dressing. As a sandwich spread, crostini topper or celery dip, keep this mixture on hand to add zip as needed. -Alisha Goins, Sabin, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 2-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool., In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in cheese and onion. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BOB'S BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
Prepare a flavorful summer salad by serving this dressing over mixed mesclun greens, hearts of romaine, sliced cucumber, tomato, and red onion.
Provided by GOOBNORTON
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, honey, pepper, and salt. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 11.9 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 215.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
ABSOLUTELY THE BEST RICH AND CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING EVER!
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
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
BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING
Categories Salad Quick & Easy Blue Cheese Gourmet
Yield Makes about 1 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a blender or small food processor blend together the garlic paste, the mustard, the lemon juice, the vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. With the motor running add the oil and blend the mixture until it is combined well. Add the sour cream, 3/4 cup of the cheese, and 2 tablespoons water, or enough to obtain the desired consistency, blend the dressing until it is combined well, and transfer it to a bowl. Stir in the additional cheese. The dressing keeps, covered and chilled, for about 1 week.
SIMPLY THE BEST BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
My family's favorite blue cheese dressing--absolutely fabulous! It is even delicious made with fat-free sour cream, low-fat mayonnaise, and fat-free buttermilk. Great as a dip for vegetables or celery sticks served with buffalo chicken wings. This recipe came from a dear friend who graciously shared it many, many years ago.
Provided by BeachGirl
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 7 cups (approximate), 28 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together, except blue cheese.
- Add blue cheese and mix to distribute evenly.
- (Mixture will be very thick).
- If you like, add a little more buttermilk.
- Pour into large container and store in refrigerator.
- It will keep indefinitely.
Tips:
- For a creamier dressing, use full-fat mayonnaise.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- To make a vegan version of the dressing, use vegan mayonnaise and yogurt.
- If you like a spicy dressing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- For a more herby dressing, add a tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or dill.
- Serve the dressing immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
This blue cheese salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it creamy, spicy, or herby, this dressing is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing to try, give this blue cheese dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!
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