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Buttermilk and Chive Salad Dressing

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"This is great on potato salad! Adjust the seasonings to suite your taste, and use less mayonnaise if you'd like a thinner dressing." — LINDA W.

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Original recipe makes 8 servings Change Servings

1/2 cup buttermilk
2/3 cup light mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

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Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, pepper and chives; store in refrigerator until ready to use.

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PREP 15 mins
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It's a shame that this recipe has gotten such poor reviews in the past bringing it's average rating to only 3 stars. I'm giving it four because you definitely have to play with it a bit, but if you do it's really good! I had some buttermilk to use up and some fresh chives so I gave it a try. I ended up adding more buttermilk and some dried dill weed. I think if you were to add some sour cream (replace half the mayo with sour cream) and keep it thicker it would make a very nice veggie dip.

—Jillian

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Mar 10, 2003

it's creative

—SUPER1422

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12 Ratings

Jul 20, 2010

I read the first four (the only four) reviews and found they really didn't give this recipe a fair shake, so here's my take. This is one of those recipes that's SO dependent on "seasoning to taste" and it's so easy to adjust that! If you like more or less of something, just do it and please your own tastebuds! In my case I basically flip-flopped the amounts of buttermilk and mayo and added a little sour cream - nothing drastic, but it worked better for me. I eliminated the sugar, not because it shouldn't be there but because it's my preference. I also added a little garlic powder and some fresh dill - again, not because the recipe necessarily needed it but because I wanted it. This is a good start for what will be a great dressing if you just tweak it to suit you. We loved it with my changes. Make this with YOUR preferences till you get it just right and you'll love it too!

—naples34102

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May 17, 2005

Nah...not for me. Sorry.

—DC Girly Girl

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Jul 12, 2011

This is a great recipe, but I actually used it as a base. I had some fresh parsley and oregano that I also put in with the chives. I also added some dill, onion powder and garlic powder that I had. My husband likes spicy foods so I also added some crushed red pepper flakes and some Sriracha sauce (or Rooster Sauce as I've heard a few people call it). This added a bit of heat and flavor as well.

—slytheringirl83

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Jun 17, 2011

I used a mix of reduced fat mayonnaise and reduced fat sour cream and I doubled the amount of chives. I decided to omit the sugar only because we don't like sweet dressings. I think this is what it says it is--it's a buttermilk and chive dressing. I mean, that's what it is. If I wanted more spices, I'd have ranch dressing. As is, it was good. Next time, I'll take Pam-3BoysMama's recommendation and make it ahead of time so it has time for the flavors to meld together.

—Sarah Jo

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Jul 26, 2010

I halved this recipe, but otherwise followed it exactly as written. It is a mild flavored dressing, but the flavors come alive a bit more after it sits. I made it an hour or so before eating it and the flavor of the chives was more noticable then. I served it over a salad of homegrown baby greens and cukes with grape tomatoes, bacon, and croutons. I will make this again. Thanks for the recipe!

—Pam-3BoysMama

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Jul 18, 2008

Use scallions (all I had) and was a nice taste on fresh from the garden salad.

—Pam from L.I.

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Nutrition

Calories
76 kcal
4%

Carbohydrates
3.3 g
1%

Cholesterol
8 mg
3%

Fat
6.7 g
10%

Fiber
0.1 g
< 1%

Protein
0.7 g
1%

Sodium
247 mg
10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Buttermilk and Chive Salad Dressing

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 76
Calories from Fat: 60

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.7g 10 %
Saturated Fat 1.1g 5 %
Cholesterol 8mg 3 %
Sodium 247mg 10 %
Potassium 39mg 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 3.3g 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0.1g < 1 %
Protein 0.7g 1 %
Sugars 2.4g
Vitamin A 2 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron < 1 %
** Thiamin < 1 %
** Niacin < 1 %
** Vitamin B6 < 1 %
** Magnesium < 1 %
** Folate 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.