Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing

Show: Barefoot ContessaEpisode: Photo Finish

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Prep Time:
10 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 servings

Times:

Prep: 10 min
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Total:: 10 min

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Ingredients

1 cup good mayonnaise
1 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (6 to 7 scallions)
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves)
2 teaspoons anchovy paste
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup sour cream
3 heads Bibb lettuce
2 to 3 tomatoes

Directions

Place the mayonnaise, scallions, basil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Add the sour cream and process just until blended. (If not using immediately, refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.)

Cut each head of lettuce into quarters, remove some of the cores, and arrange on 6 salad plates. Cut the tomatoes into wedges and add to the plates. Pour on the dressing and serve.

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recipe Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing
Ellen Seneca, SC 10-18-2009
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Dinner party raves!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

The dressing was VERY good. I made mine with 1/2 cup fresh basil and 1/2 cup Italian (flat-leafed) parsley. Ialso used 2... tsp., not 1 of FGBP and added more salt to taste. Served with a several bags of mixed greens and cherry tomato kabobs on rosemary twigs-great visual appeal. Two 8 oz. bags and 1/2 dressing recipe fed ten nicely.Read more
recipe Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing
Linda Bonita Springs, FL 10-14-2009
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Delicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was a big hit! I did not have anchovy paste, but followed other reviewers and used worcestershire sauce instead. I... didn't find it salty at all. I definitely would recommend putting it in the fridge for at least 2 hours. It lets the flavor mellow out. And I only used the juice of 1/2 lemon. But all in all, this is a keeper.Read more
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Pam Pasadena, TX 09-14-2009
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Very Good Salad Dressing
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

It was very creamy.
recipe Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing
Amanda Kennedy, NY 09-04-2009
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A low-fat version
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I used plain, non fat yogurt in place of the mayonaise altogether, and used light sour cream. There is no difference at all.... Just start with one lemon due to the tanginess of the yogurt and gradually add to taste. For those who say it is too salty, I am doubtful as to whether you were using proper Kosher salt. It is not too salty when I make it. I have so much fresh basil, and wish I could have this year round. I am thinking about using it for a marinade for boneless, skinless chicken thighs that I will broil or grill. I think it will be fabulous. Another wonderful recipe, Ina.Read more
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Mev Greensboro, GA 08-16-2009
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"READ THE RECIPE"
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

AGREE WITH JOHN...RECIPE STATES VERY CLEARLY KOSHER SALT . ALSO, PRUDENT COOKS ALWAYS TASTE AS THEY GO ALONG. CHEEZE! THIS... RECIPE IS WONDERFUL...LIKE INARead more
recipe Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing
Katherine Auburn, CA 08-13-2009
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A MUST SHARE RECIPE!!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is a keeper! The first time I made it I added the sour cream into the blender. This made for a thinner, easy pour... dressing. When I fold in the sour cream it sets up thicker. I have been using approximately 2 cups basil and no anchovy. Very intense and delicious. The thicker version is also very good over grilled salmon and as a spread (subbing in for the mayo) in a chicken, romaine, cilantro, cucumber wrap.Read more