Buttermilk Pepper Dressing

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh herbaceous flavors, this Buttermilk Pepper Dressing is a versatile staple that elevates salads, dips, or roasted vegetables to new heights. Made with a luscious blend of buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream, its rich base gets a zesty kick from Dijon mustard and a hint of brightness from fresh lemon juice. The finely chopped parsley and chives add freshness, while garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper provide bold, savory depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy homemade dressing is perfect for meal prepping or adding a gourmet touch to weeknight meals. Chill it in the fridge to let the flavors harmonize, then drizzle or dip away for a crowd-pleasing favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Whisk together until smooth.

Step 2

Add the lemon juice, chopped parsley, chopped chives, and Dijon mustard. Mix well to incorporate the herbs and mustard evenly.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Continue whisking until all ingredients are fully combined.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more black pepper or salt to suit your preferences.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve as a salad dressing, dip, or sauce, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	460.1 grams (460.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1162

Total Fat 107.10g	137%
Saturated Fat 20.20g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 173mg	58%
Sodium 1871mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 44.50g	16%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 16.30g
Protein 10.80g	22%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 397mg	31%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 475mg	10%

*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: 81.3%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 15.0%