The Brigantine's Not Your Usual Blue Cheese Dressing
Elevate your salad game with "The Brigantine's Not Your Usual Blue Cheese Dressing," a bold, tangy twist on the classic dressing that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This creamy concoction combines the richness of mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk with the sharp, savory notes of crumbled blue cheese and a hint of Dijon mustard. Honey and freshly squeezed lemon juice add a touch of sweetness and brightness, while chopped parsley, chives, and minced garlic bring fresh, herbaceous depth. Perfect as a dressing for crisp salads, a dip for crunchy veggies, or a decadent topping for buffalo wings, this versatile recipe is quick to prepare in just 10 minutes and benefits from a short chilling time to let its flavors harmonize. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet meal, this blue cheese dressing will be the star of the table!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk. Whisk until smooth and uniform.
Step 2
Gently fold in the crumbled blue cheese to incorporate but leave some chunks for texture.
Step 3
Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey. Stir until fully mixed.
Step 4
Sprinkle in the fresh parsley, chives, and minced garlic. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
Step 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Step 6
If the dressing is too thick for your liking, add a bit more buttermilk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until your desired consistency is achieved.
Step 7
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Step 8
Serve chilled over salads, as a dip for vegetables, or as a topping for buffalo wings.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (579.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2472.9 |
| Total Fat 233.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 53.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 389.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3727.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.8g | |
| Protein 31.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 57.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 883.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 471.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories