Buena Vista Dressing

Brighten up your salads and dishes with the zesty and herbaceous Buena Vista Dressing—a creamy, flavor-packed recipe that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with a smooth blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and tangy buttermilk, this dressing gets its vibrant edge from fresh cilantro, parsley, and a splash of fresh lime juice. Subtle spices like cumin and chili powder, paired with a hint of honey, create a harmonious balance of savory and sweet, while a touch of jalapeño adds an optional kick for those who love a little heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dressing is the perfect companion for leafy greens, grilled chicken, fish, or even as a savory dip for fresh veggies. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or sprucing up a weeknight dinner, Buena Vista Dressing will turn any dish into a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup, loosely packed Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup, loosely packed Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 small cloves, minced Garlic cloves
• 1 stalk, chopped Green onion
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 (small, seeded and chopped) Jalapeño pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor or blender, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Blend until smooth.

Step 2

Add the fresh cilantro, parsley, lime juice, garlic, green onion, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the herbs are fully incorporated and the dressing has a smooth texture.

Step 3

If desired, add the chopped jalapeño for an extra kick. Blend again until the jalapeño is fully incorporated.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust the salt, lime juice, or honey to your preference.

Step 5

Pour the dressing into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve cold over salads, as a dip for vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled chicken or fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	512.5 grams (512.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2055

Total Fat 198.20g	254%
Saturated Fat 32.20g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 300mg	100%
Sodium 1901mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 72.30g	26%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 17.90g
Protein 7.60g	15%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 293mg	23%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 403mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.8%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 13.7%