CREAMY BUTTERMILK RANCH STYLE DRESSING

CREAMY BUTTERMILK RANCH STYLE DRESSING

Here's an inspired version of Donna Hay's creamy buttermilk ranch style dressing, with the addition of Fleur de Sel for a delicate finish.

Makes: Approximately 1 cup

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (125ml) buttermilk

  • ½ cup (120g) whole-egg mayonnaise

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated

  • 1 tsp honey (optional, to balance the acidity)

  • ½ tsp Fleur de Sel, plus extra to taste

  • Freshly cracked black pepper

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped chives 

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley 

  • Can opt for fresh dill instead

Method

  1. Whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and garlic until smooth.

  2. Stir in the honey (if using), Fleur de Sel, black pepper, chives and parsley.

  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional Fleur de Sel, pepper or lemon juice if needed.

  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to develop.

Serving Suggestions

This dressing is delicious over:

  • Cos, butter or iceberg lettuce

  • Baby gem lettuce with avocado and cucumber

  • Roasted potatoes

  • Grilled chicken salad

  • Crispy bacon and boiled eggs

  • Fresh tomatoes and radishes

The Fleur de Sel adds a delicate crunch and bursts of clean salinity, so it's best stirred in just before serving rather than too far in advance.

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