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Lemon Basil Buttermilk Dressing

A thousand times better than boring ranch, this dressing is the perfect way to add pizzaz to salads. It's also great drizzled on chicken, fish, shrimp, etc and great on baked potatoes, french fries, veggies...
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 24 1 tablespoon servings
Calories 43 kcal
Author Chris Scheuer

Ingredients

  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves tightly packed
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley stems removed, tightly packed
  • 2 tablespooons coarsely chopped shallot
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup good quality mayo I like Hellmans with Olive Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Combine basil, parsley, chopped shallot, lemon juice, pesto and ¼ cup of buttermilk in the bowl of a food processor or blender container. Process or blend until pureed and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer mixture to a jar with a tight fitting lid.
  2. Add remaining ½ cup buttermilk, mayo, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Wisk till everything is well combined with a small whisk or fork. Open and taste, season with a bit more salt and pepper, if needed. Can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Will keep in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Basil Buttermilk Dressing
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 99mg4%
Potassium 23mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 0g0%
Sugar 0g0%
Protein 0g0%
Vitamin A 120IU2%
Vitamin C 1.8mg2%
Calcium 13mg1%
Iron 0.1mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.