Best 8 Irish Spring Salad With Buttermilk Cream Dressing Recipes

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## Irish Spring Salad with Buttermilk Cream Dressing: A Refreshing Symphony of Flavors ##

Calling all salad enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Irish Spring Salad, a delightful symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant salad showcases the best of spring produce, featuring crisp mixed greens, tender asparagus, sweet strawberries, crunchy radishes, and creamy avocado. Topped with crumbled goat cheese and drizzled with a luscious buttermilk cream dressing, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

But that's not all! This article also features a collection of equally enticing recipes to satisfy every palate. Indulge in the classic Caesar salad, a timeless combination of crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and crunchy croutons. For a more substantial meal, try the hearty chicken wild rice salad, packed with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and a medley of vegetables. And for a light and refreshing option, the broccoli salad with bacon and dried cranberries offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Whether you're planning a casual lunch, a special dinner party, or simply seeking culinary inspiration, this article has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, sharpen your knives, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPRING SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK CREAM DRESSING



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Per Vegetarian Times, "Many Irish salad dressings are called cream dressings because they include lots of cream. Here, we've lightened the sauce and added whole-grain mustard and buttermilk for extra tang."

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Greens

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large eggs
6 ounces asparagus, trimmed
1 medium head butter lettuce, leaves separated (4 cups)
1 small bunch watercress, trimmed (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced into half-moons (1/2 cup)
5 radishes, tops removed and cut into quarters
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots
1 1/4 teaspoons whole grain mustard
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon low-fat buttermilk

Steps:

  • Place eggs in medium saucepan and fill with water to cover eggs by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and cover saucepan with lid. Let eggs sit 10 minutes, then remove with slotted spoon and place in bowl of cold water. Remove shells when cool.
  • Bring water back to a boil, and add asparagus. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until bright green. Rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices.
  • To make Dressing: Place shallots, mustard, vinegar, and sugar in small bowl, and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in mayonnaise and buttermilk until smooth.
  • To assemble Salad: Lay butter lettuce leaves on 2 large plates followed by asparagus, watercress, cucumber, and radishes. Slice eggs into quarters, and arrange on top of Salad. Drizzle 2 Tbs. dressing over each serving.

SPRING LAYERED SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Layered is the new chopped! We stacked spring's best produce and finished it with a Parmesan-buttermilk dressing (which you can also use on any non-vertical salad). If peas are more your thing, swap them out for the asparagus. You could also add a layer of leftover potato salad, because... why not?

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 small clove garlic, finely grated
Freshly ground black pepper
8 cups baby arugula (about 5 ounces)
6 radishes, quartered
1 cup broccoli or alfalfa sprouts
2 cups freeze-dried snap peas or green beans
4 hard-boiled eggs, cut into wedges
1/2 cup roasted almonds, chopped

Steps:

  • Toss the onions with 2 tablespoons each vinegar and cold water and a large pinch of salt in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. (The onions will turn bright pink.) Strain.
  • Meanwhile, set up a steamer in a pot of simmering water. Add the asparagus, and steam until bright green and crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove, spread out on a baking sheet and let cool.
  • Whisk together the buttermilk, Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl.
  • Using a straight-sided 3-quart tall glass bowl for 1 large salad or four 16-ounce wide-mouth glass jars with lids for 4 individual salads, make a first layer with half the arugula, then add the following in separate layers: the radishes, half the broccoli, the snap peas, the pickled red onion, the remaining arugula, the remaining broccoli, and the asparagus and egg. Sprinkle the top with the almonds. (The salad can be put together, covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.)
  • If making 1 salad, just before serving, transfer it to a large bowl, toss with about half the dressing and season with salt and pepper. If making 4 salads, add dressing to each jar, season with salt and pepper, cover with the lid and shake to coat. Serve the remaining dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 202 milligrams, Sodium 426 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 8 grams

MINI CHOPPED SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon white vinegar
Few shakes hot sauce
1 clove garlic, pressed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 head iceberg lettuce, diced
1/2 cucumber, finely diced
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • For the buttermilk dressing: Combine the buttermilk, mayo, sour cream, vinegar, hot sauce, garlic and some salt and pepper in a mason jar, screw on the lid and shake to combine.
  • For the salad: Combine the carrots, lettuce, cucumbers and tomatoes in a bowl, pour over the dressing and toss to combine.

SPRING SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK CREAM DRESSING



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Provided by YJ Editor

Categories     Quick, Salads

Yield SERVING

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large eggs
6 oz. asparagus, trimmed
1 medium head butter lettuce, leaves separated (4 cups)
1 small bunch watercress, trimmed (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced into half-moons (1/2 cup)
5 radishes, tops removed and cut into quarters
DRESSING
1 1/2 tsp. finely chopped shallots
1 1/4 tsp. whole-grain mustard
1 tsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. light brown sugar
1 Tbs. low-fat mayonnaise
1 Tbs. low-fat buttermilk

Steps:

  • 1. Place eggs in medium saucepan and fill with water to cover eggs by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and cover saucepan with lid. Let eggs sit 10 minutes, then remove with slotted spoon and place in bowl of cold water. Remove shells when cool. 2. Bring water back to a boil, and add asparagus. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until bright green. Rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch diagonal slices. 3. To make Dressing: Place shallots, mustard, vinegar, and sugar in small bowl, and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in mayonnaise and buttermilk until smooth. 4. To assemble Salad: Lay butter lettuce leaves on 2 large plates followed by asparagus, watercress, cucumber, and radishes. Slice eggs into quarters, and arrange on top of Salad. Drizzle 2 Tbs. dressing over each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories

BASIC BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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When serving salad to a crowd, this easy buttermilk ranch dressing comes in handy. It make a full quart of creamy, delicious dressing to toss with your favorite greens and veggies. -Patricia Mele, Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 32 servings (1 qt.)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups mayonnaise
2 cups buttermilk
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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This thick creamy mixture has the flavor of ranch dressing and is a breeze to blend together. Use it to top mixed greens or as a dip for raw vegetables. -Vickie Floden of Story City, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup buttermilk
2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
Salad greens and vegetables of your choice

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the buttermilk, cottage cheese and salad dressing mix; cover and process for 20 seconds or until smooth. , Pour into a small pitcher or bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Stir before serving with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHERN BUTTERMILK SALAD DRESSING



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This recipe comes from a spring holiday dinner party that Mark Bittman and Sam Sifton prepared in Charleston, S.C. They used this dressing on a blend of kale, mustard greens and collards for a springtime salad.

Provided by Mark Bittman And Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 scallions, white and green parts minced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, grated
1 cup buttermilk
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine everything but the buttermilk and seasoning and mix well. Whisk in the buttermilk until the dressing is smooth. Season to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 70, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 132 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CLASSIC IRISH SALAD



Classic Irish Salad image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium beets
2 small heads bibb lettuce
2 bunches watercress
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons herb infused white vinegar (or to taste)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 dozen quail eggs, boiled for two minutes
1/2 cup chopped chervil leaves

Steps:

  • Place the beets in a saucepan with water to cover and simmer for one hour or until tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool in the liquid. Peel and julienne.
  • Break up the heads of bibb lettuce, leaving the leaves whole. Wash and dry. Cut the stems from the watercress; wash and dry the leaves.
  • Make the dressing. Mix the creme fraiche, parsley, olive oil and vinegar together and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • To assemble, put whole leaves of lettuce around the outer edges of six individual plates. Place watercress in the middle of the plate and sprinkle the beets on top. Peel the quail eggs and cut them in half. Place the eggs on top and sprinkle with chervil. Drizzle dressing over and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 162, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 346 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked bacon or chicken.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
  • For a vegetarian version of this salad, omit the bacon and chicken and add more vegetables, such as grilled zucchini or mushrooms.

Conclusion:

Irish Spring Salad with Buttermilk Cream Dressing is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is easy to make and perfect for a summer meal. The combination of fresh vegetables, bacon, chicken, and buttermilk cream dressing is delicious and satisfying. This salad is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and protein. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Irish Spring Salad with Buttermilk Cream Dressing a try.

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