Imagine a dressing so rich, so decadent, that it transforms ordinary salads into gourmet experiences with just one drizzle. Our Blue Cheese Buttermilk Dressing isn't just a condiment; it's a culinary revelation that will make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests swoon. Forget store-bought dressings that taste bland and lifeless – this homemade recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen, delivering restaurant-quality flavor in mere minutes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk and mayonnaise, whisking thoroughly until smooth and well integrated.
- Crumble the blue cheese into small, uneven pieces and add to the buttermilk-mayonnaise mixture.
- Pour in the white wine vinegar, which will help balance the richness of the blue cheese and provide a subtle tangy undertone.
- Sprinkle the garlic powder evenly over the mixture, ensuring it is distributed well to provide consistent flavor.
- Using a whisk or fork, gently mix all ingredients together, being careful not to break down the blue cheese crumbles too much.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, remembering that blue cheese is already quite salty.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Before serving, give the dressing a quick stir and adjust seasoning if needed. The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Choose high-quality blue cheese for the most robust flavor – artisanal varieties can elevate this dressing from good to extraordinary.
- Let the dressing rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop and marry together.
- For a smoother consistency, you can briefly pulse the ingredients in a food processor, but leave some blue cheese chunks for texture.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more buttermilk if you prefer a thinner dressing, or more mayonnaise for a creamier texture.
- This versatile dressing isn't just for salads – try it as a dip for vegetables, a topping for grilled meats, or a zesty sandwich spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 222kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 21mg
