Cucumber Basil Buttermilk Dressing Food

CUCUMBER-BASIL BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• In a blender or food processor, process garlic, buttermilk, sour cream, cucumber, basil, mustard and hot pepper sauce until mixed.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate (for 3 to 4 days).

BASIL BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Mince garlic and mash to a paste with salt using a large heavy knife.
• Whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, basil, and garlic paste in a small bowl. Chill, covered, 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth, then whisk in chives.
• Put cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce into bowls and serve with dressing.

SUMMER GREENS WITH BASIL BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Steps:

• Cut cucumber into 1/8 inch slices and arrange on individual serving plates in an overlapping circle.
• Arrange salad greens in center of cucumber circle.
• Puree egg and mustard in a blender or food processor until smooth; while motor is running slowly add in oil.
• Add basil and process to form an emulsion.
• Add in vinegar, buttermilk, salt and pepper until incorporated.
• Drizzle each plate with dressing; garnish with raspberries and serve.

BUTTERMILK CUCUMBER DRESSING

Steps:

• Mix ingredients together and chill for several hours.
• Shake or stir well before serving.