Creamy Basil Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
16
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Calories
141 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Basil Dressing
Description
Creamy Basil Dressing combines a base of mayonnaise and sour cream with fresh basil leaves and chopped green onions, creating a thick, herb-rich texture. Lemon juice brings brightness to the blend, while garlic and anchovy paste contribute savory depth and subtle complexity. Salt and freshly ground black pepper round out the seasoning.
Blending the ingredients until smooth ensures an even consistency suitable for salads, vegetable dips, or sandwich spreads. The anchovy paste adds umami without overpowering the basil’s fresh flavor. This dressing can be refrigerated overnight to develop flavor integration and served chilled.
Before serving, the dressing can be thinned with a small amount of milk for pouring consistency if desired. Its fresh herb components and creamy texture make it a versatile accompaniment.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise I prefer Best Foods.. or Hellmann's for you East coasters
- 1 cup green onion chopped, white and green parts
- 1 cup basil chopped, FRESH, leaves
- 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 lemons, freshly squeezed
- 2 teaspoons garlic chopped, 2 cloves
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Place the mayonnaise, green onion, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the sour cream and process until just blended.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
- Add a little milk if it needs to be thinned before serving.
Notes
- The nutrition info provided applies to a 2-tablespoon serving size.
- For best flavor, refrigerate the dressing overnight before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- If a thinner consistency is desired, add a little milk before serving to adjust texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 141 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 141kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 122mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1031IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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