Buttermilk Ranch Dressing with Bibb Lettuce Recipe

Name: Buttermilk Ranch Dressing with Bibb Lettuce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 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

Servings: persons

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

1
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.
2
Puree for 15 to 20 seconds to make a smooth mixture.
3
Add the mayonnaise, yogurt, and buttermilk and blend until smooth.
4
Transfer the dressing to a container, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour for the flavors to develop.
5
Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes, and onion artfully on salad plates and drizzle with the dressing.
6
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.
7
Cook's Note: Ina substituted Boston lettuce for Bibb lettuce when taping this episode.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 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, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing with Bibb Lettuce falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing with Bibb Lettuce

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