15 Homemade Salad Dressings

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Have you ever read the label on those bottled salad dressings at the supermarket? Even the ones in the refrigerated section tend to have some unpronounceable ingredients. In less time than it takes for you to decide on a flavor you want to take home, you can make your own salad dressing with wholesome ingredients.

Here are easy salad dressing recipes that you can make in a flash that will have you gobbling up all your salad tonight.

1. Creamy Dreamy Salad Dressing

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The combination of these ingredients for a salad is unique. Your guests will puzzle over what your creamy dreamy salad dressing is made of.

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon of grainy mustard, preferably Dijon
• 1 tablespoon of champagne vinegar
• 1-2 tablespoons of light mayonnaise
• a pinch each of salt and sugar
• fresh ground paper, to taste

Directions:

Using a whisk, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper and sugar until combined. Then add the vinegar, whisking until smooth.

2. Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette

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This salad dressing will give the salad an exquisite sourness and a pleasant aroma. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s better and cheaper than any store-bought sauce. Lemon balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing is sweet, tart, and creamy at the same time. It is very well suited for lettuce leaves, cucumbers, cabbage, spinach, white cabbage, wild garlic, and other types of salads and greens.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
• Pepper, to taste

Directions:

Whisk all ingredients together except the olive oil until well combined. Then gradually whisk in the olive oil. It’s an all-purpose salad dressing that’s ready in minutes.

3. Classic Ranch Salad Dressing

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This spicy and zesty salad dressing is one of the most popular. It can be universally paired with many dishes, ranging from raw vegetables to fried chicken wings and cauliflower. This aromatic sauce is the perfect dressing for green salads, pasta salads, and coleslaws. This dressing can also be used as a marinade and sandwich spread.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of buttermilk
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons of chopped chives
• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt
• pinch of garlic powder

Directions:

The preparation of this homemade salad dressing is very simple and does not take much time. You should whisk all ingredients together until smooth and creamy.

4. Green Goddess

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Green Goddess is a classic salad dressing of American cuisine, which was invented before the war. It turns out very satisfying, but it is light. This combination of ingredients makes the taste of the dressing incredibly tasty and refreshing. This salad dressing is excellent for vegetable salads, but many people like to use it also as a sauce for meat dishes.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of sour cream
• 1/4 cup of fresh chopped parsley
• juice of 1/4 lemon
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 3 tablespoons of chopped tarragon
• 3 anchovies
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

Blend all ingredients except for the salt and pepper in your blender until it reaches a creamy and smooth texture. Then, season it with salt and pepper. The dressing can be stored in a tightly closed, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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5. Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing

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In the cold season, a warming carrot ginger dressing is what you need for salads. With this spicy-tasting dressing with oriental notes, any salad will seem something new and unusual to you. This salad dressing goes great not only with salads but also with coleslaw, fish, shrimp, or poultry.

Ingredients:

• 1 chopped carrot, boiled until soft
• 1/4 cup of cooking water from boiled carrot
• 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of peeled and chopped ginger
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• salt, to taste

Directions:

Take the boiled carrot pieces and the reserved water and puree with the remaining ingredients in your blender. It will have a bit of a chunky texture but once everything is blended through, it is ready.

6. Creamy Caper Herb Salad Dressing

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The homemade salad dressing is incredibly easy and delicious. A very tasty and satisfying salad dressing that is ideal for fish, poultry, salads, or cheese dishes. Moreover, it would not take much of your time. Therefore, it is an excellent choice to whip up something before dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
• 1 minced shallot
• 2 tablespoons of chopped capers
• 1 tablespoon of minced chives
• 1 tablespoon of parsley
• 1 tablespoon of tarragon
• 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
• 1/4 cup of olive oil

Directions:

Whisk all ingredients except the olive oil together. Then gradually add in the olive oil and whisk until creamy. Cover the creamy caper herb salad dressing with plastic wrap and refrigerate while you prepare the rest of the salad.

7. Peanut Lime Salad Dressing

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This peanut lime salad dressing is sweet, savory, tangy, and creamy! In addition, it is a great choice for vegetarians. It’s the perfect dressing for any Asian-style kale salad, but this salad dressing can also be drizzled over fried chicken, shrimp, or vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons of water
• juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of peeled and chopped ginger
• 2 teaspoons of soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons of raw organic honey

Directions:

This dressing, easy to prepare, will make your dish taste delicious. You have to blend all ingredients in your blender until combined.

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8. Caesar Dressing

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Caesar salad dressing is an indispensable ingredient in this legendary North American dish. It is from the prepared dressing that the final result and the salad taste will largely depend. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the technology for preparing the main component. In addition, this salad dressing goes well with many types of lettuce, as well as with tomatoes and cucumbers. That is, you may well use dressing not only for Caesar.

Ingredients:

• 1 large egg yolk (see note)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) juice from 1 lemon
• 2 oil-packed anchovy filets, or more to taste, up to 6 filets (see note)
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) Worcestershire sauce (see note)
• 2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
• 1/2 ounce Parmesan cheese, finely grated (15g; about 1/4 cup)
• 1/3 cup (80ml) canola oil
• 1/4 cup (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Combine egg yolk, lemon juice, anchovies, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and parmesan cheese in a blender. With the blender or processor running, slowly pour in the canola oil until a smooth emulsion is formed. Next, slowly pour in 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. And voila, your Caesar salad dressing is ready.

9. Dijon Mustard Dressing

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Dijon mustard dressing goes well not only with different types of salads but also with meat, fish, pasta, and vegetables. This salad dressing can be spread on sandwiches, marinated meat in it, and seasoned salads with it.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• 6 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

Put all the ingredients one by one in a small jar (or a wide-mouth bottle if you are cooking for a large family) with a tightly screwed lid, close, and shake vigorously until you get a beautiful homogeneous consistency with visible mustard seeds.

10. Tahini Dressing

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Tahini is delicious, tender, and cosmically healthy. It is very easy to prepare and can be easily combined with any dish. Tahini salad dressing is a must for anyone who loves oriental flavors very much. For vegans, it is generally not replaceable.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup well-stirred tahini
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 4 1/2 Tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 Tablespoons water
• 3 Tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Directions:

You should mix equal-tone tahini and freshly squeezed lemon juice, then add olive oil, salt, and some maple syrup or honey.

11. Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

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Honey Mustard Salad Dressing, which is probably a true classic, is a fairly common choice for your salad. It has a slight acidity, a little sweetness, and a mustard flavor. Drizzle it over all your favorite green salads.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup olive or avocado oil
• 2 Tablespoons honey
• 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 lemon, juiced (about 2-3 Tablespoons)
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic or shallots
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• ground pepper, to taste
• 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Directions:

Preparing such a salad dressing is very simple, and everyone will succeed, even a beginner in the kitchen. You just need to put all the ingredients in a jar, shake vigorously, and that’s it – our sauce is ready.

12. Avocado Ranch Dressing

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The classic sour-milk ranch sauce will become healthier if you add avocado, rich in healthy fats, to yogurt instead of mayonnaise. Great for dressing salads and as a dip with vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 avocado
• 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon dijon or stone-ground mustard
• 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, basil, or dill

Directions:

To make this salad dressing, blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl, cover with plastic wrap, place it directly on top of the dressing, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before using. Chill the sauce well before serving.

13. Chili Almond Dressing

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This dressing is very similar to the one found at Whole Foods salad bar, only this dressing is creamier, spicier, and packed with even more flavors and healthy fats.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup natural almond butter, no sugar added
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
• 1 inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled
• 1-2 cloves garlic
• 1 pitted medjool date
• 1 small chili pepper
• ⅓ cup water

Directions:

To make this salad dressing, blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl, cover with plastic wrap, place it directly on top of the dressing, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before using. Chill the sauce well before serving.

14. Creamy Nutritional Yeast Dressing

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Nutritional yeast, along with apple cider vinegar and garlic, gives this dressing a rich, umami flavor that is irresistible. You’ll find yourself wanting to spritz them all!

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup + 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic
• pinch of sea salt
• ground pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos, or low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup nutritional yeast

Directions:

Preparing this dressing is as easy as the others. Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.

15. Cilantro Lime Dressing

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It is equally well suited for fresh vegetable salads and meat options. And the recipe can also act as a sauce for steaks, barbecue, or baked meat.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• 2 Tablespoons lime juice
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon ground coriander

Directions:

Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Taste and add salt or pepper if needed. The taste of the dressing is ambiguous, as it is at the same time, sour, spicy, salty, and spicy.

Now remember these salad dressing recipes and take your next salad to the next level. While these salad dressings are not healthy, they are worth trying once in a while. If you have any other salad dressings to share, feel free to do it in the comments.

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