This isn’t your average ranch salad! This recipe takes all the classic elements—creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and a tangy dressing—and kicks them up a notch with fresh herbs and a touch of sweetness. It’s a delicious and satisfying salad that will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about ranch.
Instructions:
Prepare the dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, dill, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, bacon, and cheese.
Dress and serve: Drizzle the desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, crunchy, and flavorful goodness!
Tips:
For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce.
If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can substitute it with plain yogurt thinned with a little milk or water.
To make this salad a meal, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Ingredients:
For the dressing:
1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
¼ cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the salad:
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
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