Basil Buttermilk Salad Dressing Recipe

Elevate your salads and snacks with this vibrant Basil Buttermilk Salad Dressing! Bursting with fresh basil flavor and a tangy buttermilk kick, this recipe is incredibly easy to make and requires minimal cooking time. Perfect for drizzling over simple greens or using as a dip for veggies and chips. Get ready to impress with this gourmet-inspired dressing, ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 376.5 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.1 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Buttermilk Salad Dressing

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How to Make Basil Buttermilk Salad Dressing

  1. Mince 2 cloves of garlic and mash to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves (about 2 large bunches), and the garlic paste until smooth and well combined.
  3. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. The longer it chills, the better it tastes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

23g

Carbs

9g