Blue Cheese Salad Dressing - If you're looking for a blue cheese dressing to knock your socks off, look no further. My version is simple and easy to throw together in a moments notice and can change even the pickiest eater's mind about the notoriously stanky cheese. Make it once and never do it differently.
Not only is homemade blue cheese salad dressing delicious, it's also incredibly easy to make. It takes literal minutes and will last about a week in the fridge. That's plenty of time to enjoy it as a veggie dip or drizzle over your favorite mix of salad greens.
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Blue cheese salad dressing is nothing more than mixing a few ingredients together. My base is made up of good quality mayo and full fat sour cream. The blue cheese I like isn't too harsh in flavor and I like it to be creamy in texture. You use what makes you happy!
I love adding the Worcestershire for flavor and the vinegar for the tangy bite. I almost always add vinegar or an acid to a dressing to help bring out the flavors. Every dressing needs a little bit of tang!
I finish up with fresh parsley for both color and the fresh taste. Salt according to your preference. And, then, there is the pepper. I love, love, love fresh ground black pepper in my blue cheese dressing. Add to your taste, but in my opinion, more is more. Don't be afraid to add a little extra!
recipe ingredients
- mayonnaise - for the creamy component
- sour cream - for creaminess and for tang
- good quality blue cheese - a must for that unparalleled flavor
- fresh parsley - to brighten up this rich dressing
- Worcestershire sauce - gives great umami and depth of flavor
- white wine vinegar - the vinegar cuts through the richness and gives the dressing bite
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper - basics and must-haves
How to Make Blue Cheese salad Dressing
The simplicity of the recipe is one of my favorite things about it...that is...beside the fact that it's absolutely incredible!
All you need to do to make this Blue Cheese Salad Dressing is mix everything together in a bowl.
Grab said bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and white wine vinegar. Taste and add as much or as little salt and pepper as you desire.
This dressing does get better the longer it sits, so I recommend giving it at least an hour in the fridge before you're ready to serve it.
recipe tips and tricks
- Let the Blue Cheese Salad Dressing sit in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
- Use this as a dressing for your salads, but also serve it with wings, veggie platters, and even as a sandwich spread.
- Use a good quality blue cheese. My all-time favorite blue cheese comes from Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. It's incredible.
frequently asked questions
Is this blue cheese salad dressing gluten-free?
Yes, it is! No need to worry about that dietary concern here.
Can I use pre-crumbled blue cheese?
You can, but I do not recommend it. The stuff that is already crumbled is usually coated in an anti-caking agent and just does not taste as good. Try a few different types and find your favorite!
How long will this recipe stay good in the fridge?
This dressing will stay good 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. I don't think ours ever last that long!
other great salad recipes
If you're looking for another great salad dressing recipe, try my creamy dill pickle ranch dressing or my big mac salad dressing!. Their both family favorites and I almost always have at least one batch in our fridge!
If you guys make this Blue Cheese Salad Dressing, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I absolutely love to hear from you all and always do my best to respond to each and every one of your comments!
Recipe
Blue Cheese Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4-6 oz good quality blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 T fresh parsley, minced
- 2 T Worcestershire sauce
- 1 T white wine vinegar
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix everything together until fully incorporated.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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Happy Cooking!
-Rufus
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