Summer Salad with Cheesy Basil Buttermilk Dressing

Name: Summer Salad with Cheesy Basil Buttermilk Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup buttermilk*; 7 (3/4-ounce) slices Land O Lakes Deli 4 Cheese Italian Blend, cut in half; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium zucchini, halved, quartered lengthwise; 1/2 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips; 2 (1/2-inch thick) slices red onion; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 (5-ounce) bag spring mix salad greens

Servings: persons

1
Combine all dressing ingredients in 5-cup blender container.
2
Blend 1-2 minutes or until smooth.
3
Store dressing in refrigerator until serving time.
4
Heat gas grill on medium or charcoal grill until coals are ash white.
5
Brush zucchini, bell pepper and onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
6
Place vegetables onto grill.
7
Grill, turning occasionally, 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are crisply tender and grill marks are visible.
8
Cool; cut into small pieces.
9
Place salad greens into bowl; add grilled vegetable pieces.
10
Serve with dressing.

1072

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup buttermilk*, 7 (3/4-ounce) slices Land O Lakes Deli 4 Cheese Italian Blend, cut in half, 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic, and more.

Yes, Summer Salad with Cheesy Basil Buttermilk Dressing 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!