Lettuce With Buttermilk Dressing Recipes

LETTUCE WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING FOR 2

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the buttermilk, sugar, mayonnaise and vinegar until blended. Serve over lettuce.

BUTTERMILK-HERB DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk together the mayonnaise, herbs and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk in the buttermilk and a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper until blended.

BOSTON LETTUCE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, salt, celery seed, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, if using.
• Place lettuce leaves and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl; drizzle over dressing and toss to combine. Serve immediately. Store any remaining dressing, refrigerated in an airtight container, for up to 1 week.

BUTTER-LETTUCE SALAD WITH AVOCADO-BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine avocado, garlic, dill, lemon juice, buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons water in a blender; puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. (If dressing is too thick, add more water, a tablespoon at a time.)
• Toss together lettuce, cucumber, bacon, and radishes in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with 1/4 cup dressing. Serve remaining dressing on the side, or refrigerate in an airtight container up to 2 days.

CHOPPED ICEBERG SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING AND CRISPY CHICKPEAS

Steps:

• For the onions: To pickle the onions, bring the vinegar, sugar, a pinch of salt and 1 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Put the onions in a small heatproof bowl and pour the pickling liquid over them. Let the onions cool to room temperature on the counter. Transfer to a resealable container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• For the buttermilk dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the sour cream, buttermilk and mayonnaise. Add the dill, hot sauce, Worcestershire, garlic powder, garlic and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. If too thick, add a splash of more buttermilk or water to adjust.
• For the chickpeas: Pour the oil into a small, heavy-bottomed pot and heat over medium heat until it registers 350 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. Fit a baking sheet with a wire rack.
• Season the chickpeas with the paprika and salt and pepper to taste. Using a slotted spoon, drop half of the chickpeas into the hot oil and fry until browned and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the fried chickpeas with the slotted spoon to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining chickpeas.
• For the salad: Spread the iceberg lettuce on a baking sheet and season liberally with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the dressing and follow with a layer of the scallions. Top with the pickled onions (drained of their liquid) and the crispy chickpeas. Season to taste.

BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING WITH BIBB LETTUCE

Steps:

• Place the scallions, basil, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Puree for 15 to 20 seconds to make a smooth mixture. Add the mayonnaise, yogurt, and buttermilk and blend until smooth. Transfer the dressing to a container, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour for the flavors to develop.
• Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes, and onion artfully on salad plates and drizzle with the dressing. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.
• Cook's Note: Ina substituted Boston lettuce for Bibb lettuce when taping this episode.

SUMMER LETTUCE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Divide the lettuce onto 4 chilled luncheon plates. Top each serving with peas. Drizzle dressing over salads.
• Stir together the mustard, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, paprika, and red pepper in a pint jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add the buttermilk; cover and shake until combined.