We loved the buttermilk dill dressing so much that I decided to try making it with fresh basil and parsley this time. I also decided to add a bit of lemon because I love basil and lemon together. It turned out fantastic, and we all enjoyed dipping our fried Tiffany’s Tomatoes in it.

Creamy Low-Fat Buttermilk Basil Dressing

Ingredients:

½ cup of buttermilk (low fat if desired)
½ cup of mayonnaise
2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice & zest from ½ the lemon
1 clove of garlic, finely grated or minced
Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

How to Make Creamy Low-Fat Buttermilk Basil Dressing:

Combine the ingredients in a small glass jar, and mix thoroughly.

Seal with a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.

Serve as a dressing for a tossed salad or a dip for chips and vegetables. Enjoy.

Creamy Low-Fat Buttermilk Basil Dressing

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Prep Time: 10

Refrigerating Time:: 30

Total Time: 40

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: cup +/-

Author: Pam - For the Love of Cooking

Ingredients

½ cup of buttermilk low fat if desired
½ cup of mayonnaise
2 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice & zest from ½ the lemon
1 clove of garlic finely grated or minced
Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

Combine the ingredients in a small glass jar and mix thoroughly.
Seal with a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.
Serve as a dressing for a tossed salad or a dip for chips and vegetables. Enjoy.