Lancaster County Homemade Salad Dressing
Experience the creamy, tangy delight of Lancaster County Homemade Salad Dressing, a quintessential Pennsylvania Dutch-inspired recipe that brings a burst of flavor to your favorite salads and fresh veggies. Made with a luscious blend of mayonnaise and buttermilk, this dressing achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess with the addition of white distilled vinegar, granulated sugar, and Dijon mustard. A hint of garlic powder and freshly chopped parsley adds depth and a touch of herbal freshness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp salad greens or as a tasty dip for crudités. Refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors come alive and enjoy it as a farm-fresh, homemade addition to any meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons White distilled vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and buttermilk. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.
Step 2
Add the white distilled vinegar, granulated sugar, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly to incorporate.
Step 3
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue whisking until all the spices are evenly distributed.
Step 4
Fold in the freshly chopped parsley, giving the dressing a slight herbal note and a pop of color.
Step 5
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or sugar depending on your preference.
Step 6
Transfer the dressing to a mason jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve chilled over your favorite salad greens or use as a dip for fresh vegetables. Stir or shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (443.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1967.3 |
| Total Fat 177.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 248.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1975.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.5g | |
| Protein 4.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 155.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 222.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories