Six Healthy Salad Dressing Recipes
Elevate your salads with these Six Healthy Salad Dressing Recipes that are not only simple to make but also bursting with flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these dressings transform any salad into a delicious, vibrant dish. Crafted with wholesome ingredients, each recipe is designed to be made in advance, ensuring you always have a tasty dressing on hand. From zesty vinaigrettes to creamy concoctions, there’s something here for everyone. Dive into the world of homemade dressings and bring excitement back to your meals!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings (2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup olive oil
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ Tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¾ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp honey (or pure maple syrup)
- ½ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- ½ Tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 ripe avocado (peeled and pitted)
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 Tbsp dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- For vinaigrettes, combine olive oil and vinegar in a bowl. Whisk in mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- For creamy dressings like avocado or peanut butter dressing, blend all ingredients in a blender until creamy and well mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess as desired.
- Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg