Simple Dill Dressing Recipe

white dressing with herbs in it in a dish on a table next to a red cloth.

This homemade dill dressing is creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavor. Perfect for salads, this easy-to-make dressing combines the flavors of onion powder, dried dill, garlic powder, and buttermilk, making it a versatile addition to your kitchen. Thick enough to double as a dip, it’s a must-have recipe for elevating your dishes.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Total Time 6

Servings servings

Calories 161kcal

Author Diane Gail

Ingredients

1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoons dried dill weed
1 tablespoons dried chives
1 teaspoon granulate garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup buttermilk

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Instructions

Mix the dry spices: Combine onion powder, dried dill weed, dried chives, granulated garlic, ground black pepper, dried parsley, and red pepper flakes (optional) in a bowl.
Prepare liquids: In a separate bowl, add mayonnaise, buttermilk, and lemon juice (optional). Stir in the spice mixture and whisk until smooth.
Refrigerate and serve: Refrigerate the dressing for up to 10 days. The freshness of the buttermilk will affect the storage time.

Notes

Customize the heat: Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level, or omit them entirely for a milder flavor.
Thinner dressing: For a thinner consistency, use more buttermilk in your dressing.
Make it a dip: This dressing is thick enough to double as a dip for veggies or chips.
Freshness tip: The buttermilk’s freshness will affect the dressing’s shelf life, so be sure to use it within 10 days for the best taste and texture.

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