A homemade buttermilk ranch salad that is creamy and tasty, with fresh herbs and crisp vegetables. Perfect for a meal that is light and cool.
Ingredients: 1 cup buttermilk. 1/2 cup mayonnaise. 1/2 cup sour cream. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped. 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped. 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped. 1 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and black pepper to taste. 4 cups mixed salad greens. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced. 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Croutons for garnish optional.
Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh chives, fresh dill, and onion powder. Mix well. Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed. In a large salad bowl, place the mixed salad greens. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onion on top of the greens. Drizzle the homemade buttermilk ranch dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss the salad to coat the ingredients with the dressing. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and garnish with croutons if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Salad!