Tarragon–Crème Fraîche Salad Dressing Recipe

By Christine Gallary

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Difficulty: Easy | Total Time: 10 mins | Makes: About 1 cup

Make this easy and tangy salad dressing by mixing together crème fraîche, lemon zest, lemon juice, and tarragon. You’ll have a creamy dressing that goes well with chunky, substantial salads or makes a great dip for things like carrot chips.

Game plan: The dressing can be made up to 1 day ahead, covered, and stored in the refrigerator.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup crème fraîche
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from about 2 medium lemons)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1 medium lemon)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

Place all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine. If not using immediately, cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

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Gordon Ramsey did a similar recipe where he used equal parts creme fraiche and mayonnaise. I've tried both--with and without mayo--and the one with mayo definitely has more depth in terms of flavor. However, his recipe was an accompaniment to boiled snow crabs, not salad. So perhaps sticking with creme fraiche might be a better option. Regardless, creme fraiche, terragon and lemon are an AMAZING combo.

BoomY Jun 28, 2012 03:43 PM

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