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Sour Cream Dressing

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Photo by Chelsie Craig, Food Styling by Kate Buckens

A dressing this creamy demands cold, watery leaves (such as romaine or iceberg) that can stand up to its weight and offer refreshment.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

¾ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, finely grated
2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1½ tsp. kosher salt
1½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl to combine.

    Step 2

    Do Ahead: Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

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