Lemon Pesto Buttermilk Salad Dressing
Brighten up your salads with the zesty, herbaceous flavor of Lemon Pesto Buttermilk Salad Dressing! This quick and easy homemade dressing combines the vibrant essence of fresh basil and Parmesan with the creamy tanginess of buttermilk and the sunny kick of lemon juice and zest. A hint of honey balances the savory notes, while garlic and pine nuts (or walnuts) create a rich, nutty pesto base. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Shake up your salad game with this fresh, flavorful, and fridge-friendly dressing that's sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts (or walnuts)
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic clove, and pine nuts. Pulse until finely chopped.
Step 2
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth pesto sauce.
Step 3
Transfer the pesto to a medium mixing bowl. Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and buttermilk. Whisk until fully combined.
Step 4
Stir in the honey, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 5
Store the dressing in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or stir before using.
Step 6
Drizzle over your favorite salad and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavor of this Lemon Pesto Buttermilk Salad Dressing!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (297.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 843.4 |
| Total Fat 81.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 33.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1651.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.5g | |
| Protein 15.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 406.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 413.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories