Best 5 Lettuce With Buttermilk Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and healthy culinary experience with our lettuce salad, expertly paired with a tangy and creamy buttermilk dressing. This delightful dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crisp lettuce leaves, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The buttermilk dressing, with its distinct tanginess, adds a layer of richness and complexity that elevates the salad to a whole new level. Discover the simplicity and versatility of this classic combination, as we guide you through the step-by-step process of creating this delectable dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LETTUCE WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING FOR 2



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Just five ingredients are all you'll need for this simple, yet tasty salad with a sweet homemade dressing. Jean Morgan of Roscoe, Illinois shares the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon buttermilk
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon white vinegar
2 cups torn leaf lettuce

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SUMMER LETTUCE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups packed green leaf lettuce (rinsed, crisped, and broken into pieces)
1 cup shelled fresh green peas, uncooked
Buttermilk dressing, recipe follows
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon hot red pepper
1 cup buttermilk

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.

BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING WITH BIBB LETTUCE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 cups dressing

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 scallions, white and green parts, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, lightly packed
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
11/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon good olive oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup good mayonnaise
1/2 cup Greek-style yogurt, such as Fage Total
1/2 cup buttermilk, shaken
Salad greens for 6
3 small Bibb lettuces, cut in half through the core
2 large ripe tomatoes, thickly sliced
1 red onion, sliced

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.

BUTTER-LETTUCE SALAD WITH AVOCADO-BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Avocado, garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, and buttermilk create a powerhouse dressing for a simple salad of butter lettuce, cucumber, and radishes. Crumbled bacon adds a welcome smoky note.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 ripe avocado
1 small clove garlic
1/4 cup dill sprigs
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup buttermilk
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large head butter lettuce, leaves separated and torn into 2-inch pieces
1 small Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 radishes, thinly sliced

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.

BOSTON LETTUCE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING



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This delicious salad recipe is adapted from the October 2001 issue of Martha Stewart Living.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Leaves from 1 large head Boston lettuce
Cherry tomatoes, sliced

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.

Tips:

  • For a tangier dressing, use more lemon juice or vinegar.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk together the ingredients and store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of lettuces, such as romaine, butterhead, and arugula.

Conclusion:

This buttermilk dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It's light, tangy, and creamy, and it's packed with flavor. Whether you're looking for a simple salad dressing or something a little more special, this buttermilk dressing is sure to please.

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