Creamy Garlic Dressing That Elevates Every Salad Delightfully

This Easy Creamy Garlic Dressing is my secret weapon for transforming any ordinary salad into a flavorful masterpiece.

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Prep Time 10

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 80

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup sour cream light sour cream is recommended
1/2 cup mayonnaise light mayonnaise can be used
1/4 cup skim milk add more for thinner consistency

For the Flavor

2 tablespoons lemon juice adjust based on taste
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 cloves garlic (minced) adjust quantity based on taste
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Seasoning Essentials

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt add to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper adjust according to preference
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar use sparingly

Equipment

mixing bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of sour cream, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, and 1/4 cup of skim milk until smooth.
Incorporate 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar into the mixture. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of ground mustard and whisk until combined.
Season with 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar, whisking until fully mixed. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Cover the bowl or transfer to an airtight container, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Stir or shake before serving to regain fresh consistency. Can be paired with salads or as a vegetable dip.

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