What is buttermilk salad dressing made of?

Buttermilk salad dressing is very similar to a classic ranch dressing, but just pared down a little bit. This simple mix is a blend of rich mayonnaise, tangy buttermilk, punchy garlic, herbs (here, parsley or dill), and usually a little more acid from either lemon juice or a splash of vinegar.

What is the difference between buttermilk dressing and ranch dressing?

There's a fine line between a simple Southern-style buttermilk salad dressing and a classic ranch. Ranch typically has more going on - more herbs and seasonings for sure - and also some sour cream. This buttermilk dressing sticks to one herb and we'll nix the sour cream, as the buttermilk brings quite enough acid to the table I think (so does the lemon).

How long can you keep buttermilk dressing?

This homemade dressing will keep nicely in the fridge for up to about one week. I never recommend freezing homemade salad dressings, as that can really mess with the consistency, creating something that feels less creamy and not as appetizing .

An Old Fashioned Southern Buttermilk Salad Dressing Recipe (Careful! This one is addicting)

An Old Fashioned Southern Buttermilk Salad Dressing Recipe

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Perfect on some crunchy lettuces, in a wrap, or as a veggie dip, this “almost ranch” gets along with just about anything. A total classic and you’re welcome and encouraged to riff and tweak to suit your own tastes.

Author: Lauren McDuffie
Yield: Makes about 1 cup 1x

Ingredients

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2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk (full fat)
1 garlic clove, grated or finely minced
1 to 2 tablespoons minced chives (to taste)
1 tablespoon finely chopped dill or parsley
Fresh lemon juice to taste (optional)
Lot of freshly cracked black pepper
Salt

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Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl, whisking until very smooth, and using as much/little of each as you like. This should be to YOUR taste. If you love a lot of lemon, go a little heavier there. Love onions like I do? Add extra chives. Want it thinner? Add more buttermilk until it’s just right. Make it yours …

Find it online: https://mykitchenlittle.com/2024/02/26/southern-buttermilk-salad-dressing/