Best Greens With Buttermilk Dressing Recipes

GREENS WITH PICKLED CRANBERRIES AND BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine 1/3 cup water, the vinegar, sugar and a big pinch of salt in a small microwave-safe bowl or liquid measuring cup. Add the dried cranberries. Microwave until the liquid starts to simmer, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Let the cranberries sit in the liquid for 30 minutes to pickle slightly, then drain.
• Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Combine the butter and sage in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted, about 1 minute. Toss with the bread pieces on a baking sheet; season with salt and pepper and spread in a single layer. Bake, tossing halfway through, until crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.
• Make the dressing: Combine the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, 1/4 cup dill, the parsley, 1 scallion, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a food processor. Pulse to make a smooth dressing.
• Gently toss the lettuces and the remaining 1/4 cup dill and 3 sliced scallions with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the cranberries and croutons and gently toss.

BUTTERMILK-HERB DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk together the mayonnaise, herbs and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk in the buttermilk and a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper until blended.

GREEN SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• First make the dressing. Mix together the garlic, buttermilk and mayonnaise. When ready to serve, arrange the watercress and iceberg on a plate. Drizzle over most of the dressing, serving any leftovers separately for guests to help themselves

PEACHES AND GREENS WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Microwave limes for about 30 seconds to release essential oils, and set until cool enough to handle. Turn on the blender and while it's running, add 1 at a time through the feed tube, the parsley, cilantro, garlic, mayonnaise, and mascarpone cheese, and blend together until a smooth paste has formed. At this point, the limes should be cool enough to handle. With the power still on, squeeze the lime juice through the blender feed-tube, and then very slowly add the buttermilk until the mixture can coat the back of a spoon. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Set aside in refrigerator until needed.
• Melt the oil and butter in a saute pan over medium heat and saute the peaches lightly. Set aside to cool.
• Bang the core part of the head of lettuce on a hard surface and twist it to remove), cut into 1-inch pieces, rinsed and dried with a salad spinner. To make the bite sized pieces, cut the head of lettuce in half then with flat sides against cutting board, cut into 1-inch strips lengthwise and then 1-inch squares crosswise.
• Toss together iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, fresh ginger, and cucumbers. Fold in tomato wedges and cooled peaches, and crumble in blue cheese. Transfer to serving dishes and serve with buttermilk dressing on the side.

MEDLEY OF GREENS WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• For the Salad:
• In a large bowl, toss greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots and shallots with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle cubed feta cheese on top.
• Microwave lime for about 30 seconds to release essential oils, and set aside to cool.
• For the Dressing:
• Turn on the blender and while it's running, add 1at a time through the feed tube, the parsley, chives, dill, and garlic, and blend together until a smooth paste has formed. At this point the lime should be cool enough to squeeze. With the power still on, squeeze the lime juice through the blender feed-tube, and then very slowly add the buttermilk and xanthan gum until the mixture thickens and can coat the back of a spoon. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Set aside in refrigerator until needed. (When chilled, the dressing should resemble something like mayonnaise.)

GREEN SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Puree 2 scallions, 1/2 garlic clove, 1/4 cup each buttermilk and plain yogurt, 2 teaspoons rice vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon each sugar and salt in a blender. Toss 2 heads butter lettuce, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, some fresh cilantro and parsley, and the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.

BUTTERMILK GREEN GODDESS DRESSING

Steps:

• In 3-cup or larger jar with tight-fitting lid, place all ingredients. Seal jar; shake vigorously until ingredients are well combined.
• Pour dressing over your favorite salad. Store in refrigerator up to 1 week.

BUTTERMILK GREEN GODDESS DRESSING

Steps:

• Place the buttermilk, mayonnaise, cucumber, chives, tarragon, mustard, lime juice, and basil in a blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use, or for up to 1 week.
• Think of this dressing as a backdrop for whatever herbs and light greens are in season. Herbs like dill, oregano, marjoram, thyme, and parsley add personality and flavor while spinach adds a pop of green; peppery arugula and watercress add delicate heat; and lemony sorrel is refreshingly tart. To make an even lighter version, substitute plain low-fat yogurt for the mayonnaise.

GREEN SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, buttermilk, vinegar, honey, and scallion. Season with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine arugula, endive, and apples. Toss with dressing; serve immediately.

BUTTERMILK GREEN GODDESS DRESSING

Steps:

• In a processor, purée 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/3 cup buttermilk, 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, 1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 2 anchovy fillets packed in oil (drained, chopped), and 1 chopped garlic clove until smooth. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

SOUTHERN BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING

Steps:

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