Buttermilk Scallion Dressing

Tangy, creamy, and bursting with freshness, this Buttermilk Scallion Dressing is the ultimate upgrade for your salads, vegetable platters, or even as a dipping sauce. Made with a harmonious blend of tangy buttermilk, rich mayonnaise, and velvety sour cream, this dressing gets a flavorful punch from finely chopped scallions, garlic, and fresh parsley. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a touch of Dijon mustard bring a zesty brightness, while an optional teaspoon of honey adds a hint of sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing comes together effortlessly and tastes even better after a brief chill in the fridge to let the flavors meld. Whether drizzled over leafy greens or paired with roasted vegetables, this homemade dressing will leave you wondering why you ever bought store-bought.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

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
• 4 stalks Scallions (green onions), finely chopped
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Optional: Honey

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped scallions, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk to incorporate the ingredients evenly into the mixture.

Step 3

Stir in the fresh parsley. If you prefer a slightly sweeter dressing, add honey and mix until fully blended.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the dressing a good stir. Use it immediately or keep it refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	537.7 grams (537.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1196

Total Fat 107.10g	137%
Saturated Fat 20.10g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 173mg	58%
Sodium 1878mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 53.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 2.20g	8%
Total Sugars 24.00g
Protein 11.60g	23%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 413mg	32%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 577mg	12%

*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: 78.8%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 17.5%