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Five different colored homemade salad dressing recipes stored in small mason jars lined up on a kitchen counter.

Ultimate Homemade Salad Dressing Kit: 5 Essential Recipes


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  • Author: Ahazzam
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: About 1/2 cup each
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make five versatile, healthy salad dressings from scratch in minutes. This kit includes a classic vinaigrette, creamy ranch, bright lemon dill, maple dijon, and a simple Caesar copycat.


Ingredients

  • For Classic Vinaigrette: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and pepper to taste
  • For Creamy Ranch: 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons buttermilk, 1 teaspoon dried dill, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt and pepper
  • For Lemon Dill: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, 1/2 teaspoon honey, salt
  • For Maple Dijon: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • For Simple Caesar: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Classic Vinaigrette: Combine oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small jar. Seal the jar and shake well until emulsified.
  2. Prepare the Creamy Ranch: Whisk together Greek yogurt, buttermilk, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Add more buttermilk if a thinner consistency is desired.
  3. Prepare the Lemon Dill Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, fresh dill, honey, and salt. Let stand for 5 minutes for flavors to meld.
  4. Prepare the Maple Dijon Dressing: Combine oil, vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Whisk until fully combined.
  5. Prepare the Simple Caesar Dressing: Mince the garlic finely. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  6. Store all dressings in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Shake or whisk before serving.

Notes

  • All these recipes are naturally gluten free.
  • For vegan options, substitute Greek yogurt in the Ranch with silken tofu or vegan mayonnaise.
  • These dressings keep well for up to one week in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Whisking/Shaking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 90
  • Fat: 13
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 1
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 5