Thursday, July 20, 2023

Creamy Scallion Dressing


I enjoy garden talk. The other afternoon I was conversing with a fellow gardener, both of us lamenting the fact that our harvests were a bit lean thus far this season. I do have a bumper crop of scallions (re-grown from those initially purchased at the market) however, so decided to pull up a couple of them, pinch off a couple of basil leaves, and throw them together along with other pantry staples to create a truly fresh salad dressing. There’s nothing like making homemade salad dressing, but particularly when you’re using your own fresh herbs and vegetables. This one is light, fragrant, and as you can see, the color is beautiful.

Creamy Scallion Dressing

2 scallions, cut into 2” pieces

2 fresh basil leaves

½ c. vegetable oil

¼ c. cider vinegar

1 T. sugar

½ t. Worcestershire sauce

¼ t. dry mustard

½ t. kosher salt

¼ t. freshly ground black pepper

 Place all ingredients into the work bowl of a mini food processor. Process until smooth and creamy. Taste for seasoning. Refrigerate four hours or overnight before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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4 comments:

Marie Smith said...

I never have luck growing basil. Love making the dressings these days though. So much better than anything purchased.

Donna said...

I've also tried growing basil...awful outcome. The dressing looks yummy!
Happy weekend!
hugs
Donna

gluten Free A_Z Blog said...

This dressing sounds really fresh and delicious! I love how your photographed it with the green checkered cloth and fresh basil!

Linda said...

You always have the best looking dressings! Looks and sounds wonderful, and isn't it so satisfying to do it from your own garden!