five delicious homemade salad dressings

1. Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl or shake in a jar until emulsified.
  2. Store in the fridge for up to a week.

2. Creamy Garlic Parmesan

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

3. Honey Mustard Dressing

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
  2. Store in the fridge for up to a week.

4. Zesty Lemon Herb

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped herbs (parsley, basil, or dill)
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake well.
  2. Let sit for 10 minutes before using to enhance flavor.

5. Spicy Chipotle Ranch

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Blend all ingredients until creamy.
  2. Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Enjoy these dressings on your favorite salads, grilled veggies, or as dips! Which one will you try first? 😊🥗

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