Best 9 Zesty Buttermilk Salad Dressing Recipes

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In the culinary realm, where flavors dance and textures harmonize, lies a delightful concoction known as "zesty buttermilk salad dressing." This dressing is a symphony of tangy buttermilk, vibrant herbs, and a hint of zesty spice, creating a tantalizing accompaniment to a variety of salads, grilled meats, and even roasted vegetables. Its versatility and symphony of flavors make it a popular choice among home cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike. If you seek a dressing that enlivens your taste buds and elevates your culinary creations, embark on this delectable journey to discover the secrets of crafting the perfect zesty buttermilk salad dressing.

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

BASIC BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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When serving salad to a crowd, this easy buttermilk ranch dressing comes in handy. It make a full quart of creamy, delicious dressing to toss with your favorite greens and veggies. -Patricia Mele, Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 32 servings (1 qt.)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups mayonnaise
2 cups buttermilk
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons grated cucumber
1/3 of bunch of scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped parsley
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 ounces mixed greens such as Boston and red lettuce, mache or arugula

Steps:

  • Mix or shake ingredients well to blend. Serve over greens.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 25, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 75 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHOPPED SALAD WITH SPICY BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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This salad is so good! I adapted this recipe (it originally included cooking some pork) to become just a salad that I could add any kind of meat to it, if I wanted. If you're in the mood for southwest flavors, give this a try!

Provided by crafty chef

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 scallions, whites minced and greens thinly slice, separated
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 head romaine lettuce, trimmed and chopped (about 1 1/4 lbs)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels, thawed and patted dry
2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, scallion whites and garlic; Combine chile powder, salt and pepper and add to mixture.
  • Add romaine, tomatoes, corn, cheese, and scallion greens to the bowl (if you are adding meat, you would add it here).
  • Toss to combine and serve immediately.
  • Tip: To neatly cut up a head of romaine, halve it through the core, and make a few evenly spaced cuts lengthwise, leaving core intact. Chop crosswise into bite-size pieces.

TANGY BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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Buttermilk gives a tangy twist to this mild and creamy salad dressing from our home economists. You'll love drizzling it on your fresh greens and vegetables.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, buttermilk, onion salt, paprika and pepper. Serve with salad greens. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOUTHERN BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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This recipe comes from a spring holiday dinner party that Mark Bittman and Sam Sifton prepared in Charleston, S.C. They used this dressing on a blend of kale, mustard greens and collards for a springtime salad.

Provided by Mark Bittman And Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 scallions, white and green parts minced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, grated
1 cup buttermilk
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine everything but the buttermilk and seasoning and mix well. Whisk in the buttermilk until the dressing is smooth. Season to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 70, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 132 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHOPPED SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Creamy dressing and fresh garden veggies add up to more than the sum of their parts in this crunchy, craveable salad. This Allrecipes Magazine recipe is based on Whole Plant Chopped Salad. Cover dressing and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Provided by Allrecipes Magazine

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced celery
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh dill
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or more to taste
2 hearts romaine lettuce hearts, chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 large cucumber, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup chopped cauliflower florets
1 carrot, chopped
1 celery stalk with leaves, diced
3 each green onions, sliced
¼ cup sunflower seeds
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, parsley, dill, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until well blended.
  • Toss romaine, cucumber, bell pepper, cauliflower, carrot, celery, green onions, sunflower seeds, and parsley together in a large bowl. Serve with dressing. Season with additional salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 4.1 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 231.2 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CHOPPED SALAD WITH SPICY PORK AND BUTTERMILK DRESSING

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Low-fat buttermilk is surprisingly creamy; in this Southwestern salad, it's mixed with light mayo, scallions, and garlic for a perky dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pork tenderloin (about 1 pound)
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 scallions, whites minced and greens thinly sliced, separated
1 garlic clove, crushed through a press
1 head romaine lettuce (1 1/4 pounds), trimmed and chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn kernels, thawed and patted dry
2 ounces pepper Jack cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. In a small bowl, combine chile powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place pork on prepared baking sheet; rub with spice mixture.
  • Broil pork until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part registers 145 degrees, 14 to 16 minutes, turning twice during cooking. Let pork rest 10 minutes, then cut into bite-size chunks.
  • Make dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, scallion whites, and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add romaine, tomatoes, corn, cheese, scallion greens, and pork to the bowl. Toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 33 g

BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
5 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Whisk in the buttermilk and parsley. The dressing will keep, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 days.

PARMESAN-BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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This is my take on a sour cream house dressing from a restaurant I worked at in Arizona when I was younger. We would dip our onion rings and French fries in it, put it on our burgers, and of course, on our salad. I hope you enjoy.

Provided by OhioLadybug

Time 3h10m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups buttermilk
1 ½ cups sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, garlic salt, parsley, and pepper together in a bowl until combined; some chunks are expected.
  • Transfer to a large mason jar and chill until flavors are blended, at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 168.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • To make the most flavorful dressing, use fresh buttermilk, fresh herbs, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Feel free to adjust the proportions of ingredients to suit your taste. If you like a tangier dressing, add more lemon juice. If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add more honey or sugar.
  • Buttermilk dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of salads, from green salads to pasta salads to potato salads.
  • Buttermilk dressing can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. Just be sure to marinate the food for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk salad dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make dressing that can add flavor and zest to any salad. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, buttermilk dressing is a surefire hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing to try, give buttermilk dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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