Southwestern Cilantro Buttermilk Dressing
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Southwestern Cilantro Buttermilk Dressing
Description
Southwestern Cilantro Buttermilk Dressing combines creamy ingredients like mayonnaise and Greek yogurt with fresh and aromatic components such as cilantro, jalapeño peppers, garlic, and ginger. Lime juice adds brightness, while the buttermilk ranch mix provides savory, herb-infused depth. Blending these ingredients creates a smooth and creamy dressing with a touch of heat from the jalapeño seeds, adjustable by your preference. The dressing is refrigerated to improve flavor integration and to thicken it slightly, providing a rich consistency suited for use on salads, as a dip, or drizzled over Southwestern-style dishes.
The fresh cilantro and lime impart vibrant herbal and citrus notes complementing the creamy base, while garlic and ginger add subtle warmth and pungency. The suggested optional thinning with milk helps achieve the desired pourable consistency if needed. This versatile dressing balances creaminess, acidity, and a mild kick from the jalapeño, making it adaptable to various dishes.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise (I like Hellman's)
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt I use Fage
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 1 cup cilantro packed tight (1 medium-size bunch, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño but see note in Café Tips above, small or medium, leave seeds in if you like it spicier
- 2 garlic medium cloves
- 2 tablespoons ginger fresh, minced
- 3 tablespoons buttermilk ranch dressing mix 1 packet
- milk to thin, if needed
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender container. Blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld. The dressing will also thicken a bit as it sits. If it's too thick, thin with milk as desired.
Notes
- Refrigerate the dressing at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to blend fully and achieve optimal thickness.
- If the dressing is too thick, add milk gradually to reach your preferred consistency.
- Adjust the heat by leaving jalapeño seeds in for spicier flavor or removing them for milder taste.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within a few days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 281 tablespoon servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 29 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 29kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 11mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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