HomemadeSaladDressing&VinaigretteCookbook
175HomemadeSaladDressingRecipes!
S.L.Watson
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TableofContents
RussianDressing
CitrusCilantroDressing
LemonOliveOilDressing
HerbWhiteWineVinegarDressing
YogurtHerbDressing
YogurtDressing
LemonMolassesDressing
HoneyApplesauceSaladDressing
SweetBaconDressing
GingerDressing
CreamyGingerDressing
ChineseGingerDressing
ChiliSauceDressing
WineVinegarDressing
RaspberryDressing
ChiliLimeDressing
LimePeanutDressing
ParsleyDressing
WatercressDressing
RhubarbDressing
TomatoGarlicDressing
RaspberryMapleDressing
HoneyMustardDressing
GreenOnionDressing
PapayaSeedDressing
CreamCheeseDressing
ChunkyArtichokeDressing
BB'sSpecialDressing
FreshVegetableDressingorMarinade
BasicDrySaladDressingMix
SavoryPoppySeedDressing
WalnutDressing
HorseradishDressing
RussianStyleSaladDressing
GreenPepperSaladDressing
SpecialBlueCheeseDressing
BalsamicDressing
SimpleItalianStyleDressing
SourCreamItalianDressing
GuacamoleDressing
CreamyBlueCheeseDressing
CreamCheeseBlueCheeseDressing
BarbecueSaladDressing
HoneyBarbecueDressing
MagnificentSevenSaladDressing
RedPimentoDressing
BasicOliveOilDressing
OnionFrenchDressing
CreamyFrenchDressing
OrangeFrenchDressing
GreekSaladDressing
GreenOliveDressing
CreamySpicyMustardDressing
CucumberDressing
OldFashionedThousandIslandDressing
MayonnaiseThousandIslandDressing
GarlicDressing
CreamyGarlicDressing
DownHomeButtermilkDressing
ButtermilkHerbDressing
RemouladeDressing
FreshPestoSaladDressing
RedWineDressing
MediterraneanDressing
BasilDressing
BasilHoneyDressing
ItalianSaladDressing
ItalianCreamDressing
ItalianGrapefruitSaladDressing
CreamyAvocadoDressing
CreamyHoneyDijonDressing
TangyMustardDressing
HerbDressing
ApplesauceHerbSaladDressing
DillyDressing
DillSourCreamDressing
TwoCheeseDressing
CreamyDillDressing
SpicyDillDressing
StayTrimDressing
SweetHotYogurtDressing
DairyLandSaladDressing
ChiveCottageCheeseDressing
DeluxeSourCreamDressing
YogurtSlawDressing
BavarianDressing
TomatoHoneyDressing
BlueCheeseFrenchStyleDressing
ChoppedSaladDressing
SpicyFrenchDressing
PiquantFrenchDressing
OliveOilFrenchDressingwithVariations
SassyFrenchDressing
CelerySeedDressing
SweetandSourDressing
SweetandSourTarragonDressing
SpicyTarragonDressing
TangyRedDressing
ChipotleCaesarDressing
RomanoDressing
RoquefortDressing
CreamyFruitJuiceSaladDressing
PepperDressing
ApricotDressing
RoastedGarlicDressing
CreamyTarragonVinegarDressing
SpicyDressing
SoySauceDressing
SouthwesternMayonnaiseDressing
BlenderDressing
SweetSourDressing
CreamyParmesanDressing
TangySourCreamSaladDressing
PaprikaDressing
EverydayTangySaladDressing
SunflowerNutDressing
GreenGoddessDressing
CurriedDressing
MangoCurryDressing
TossedSaladDressing
BasicCurryDressing
CreamyCurryDressing
GardenDewDressing
LemonCaperDressing
SesameSoyDressing
BasicSeasonedVinaigrette
VersatileVinaigrette
BlueCheeseVinaigrette
BlueCheeseDijonVinaigrette
OliveOilHerbVinaigrette
FreshHerbVinaigrette
HerbedVinaigrette
CaperVinaigrette
AsianVinaigrette
BlackPepperPineappleVinaigrette
VidaliaOnionVinaigrette
AppleOnionVinaigrette
AppleCiderVinaigrette
RoastedShallotVinaigrette
CuminDijonVinaigrette
Sweet&SourBalsamicVinaigrette
DriedTomatoVinaigrette
TomatoBasilVinaigrette
MarinaraVinaigrette
PomegranateVinaigrette
CitrusVinaigrette
OrangeVinaigrette
LemonHoneyVinaigrette
CilantroLimeVinaigrette
PistachioLimeVinaigrette
OliveOilMustardVinaigrette
RedItalianVinaigrette
TangyOrangeVinaigrette
BlackberryBasilVinaigrette
LemonBasilVinaigrette
BasilRedWineVinaigrette
BasilVinaigrette
BeetVinaigrette
RaspberryVinaigrette
OrangeRaspberryVinaigrette
GingerVinaigrette
GingerCurryVinaigrette
SageVinaigrette
VanillaVinaigrette
GarlicVinaigrette
MustardVinaigrette
LemonDillVinaigrette
RoastedBellPepperVinaigrette
MustardSeedVinaigrette
ChiveVinaigrette
GarlicChiveVinaigrette
PapayaVinaigretteDressing
PoblanoVinaigrette
EarlGreyVinaigrette
FreshMintFruitSaladDressing
OrangeCoconutFruitSaladDressing
SweetPoppySeedFruitorVegetableSaladDressing
OrangeRumFruitSaladDressing
TangyCoconutFruitDressing
PeanutFruitSaladDressing
MarmaladeFruitDressing
CookedFruitSaladDressing
CitrusDressing
CeleryHoneyDressing
MintDressing
INTRODUCTION
Salad dressings and vinaigrettes are the most versatile recipes you can make.
These recipes are not just for salads. Use the recipes for marinades, basting
sauces, dips and dipping sauces. With 175 salad dressing recipes, you will be
suretofindoneyourfamilywilllove.
It is always less expensive and healthier for you to make your own dressings.
You control the ingredients and you know exactly what is in the dressing you
feed your family. The dressings in this book use everyday pantry ingredients.
Mostofthedressingsinthisbookcanbewhippedupinahurryjustintimefor
dinner.
Oneofthebenefitsofpreparingyourownsaladdressingsisyoucansubstitute
ingredientsthatareinthepantry.Use thedressingrecipesasaguideand have
funcreatinganewmasterpiece.
RussianDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupmayonnaise2tbs.lemonjuice1tbs.chilisauce2tbs.wholemilk2tbs.
pimentostuffedgreenolives,chopped1tbs.mincedonion1tbs.mincedgreen
bellpepper1tbs.preparedhorseradish1/4tsp.salt
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender. Blend until well combined. Pour the
dressingintoasmallbowl.Coverthebowlandchillthedressingbeforeserving.
Thisdressingwillkeepabout1weekinacoveredcontainerintherefrigerator.
CitrusCilantroDressing
This is so good over any fruit salad, used as marinade or over any fresh green
salad.
Makes1/2cup
Ingredients
1/3cuporangejuice1/3cupfreshlimejuice3tbs.choppedfreshcilantro2tbs.
honey
Directions
In a small sauce pan over medium heat, add the orange juice, lime juice and
cilantro.Bringthejuicestoaboil.Whenthejuicesboil,reducetheheattolow
andsimmerfor5minutes.
Removethepanfromtheheat.Strainthedressingthroughafinesieve.Savethe
liquidandusetheliquidasthedressing.Discardthecilantro.Stirthehoneyinto
thereservedliquid.
Chillthedressingifdesiredbeforeserving.
LemonOliveOilDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1cupextravirginoliveoil3tbs.lemonjuice2tsp.gratedlemonzest
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratorupto2
weeks.
Youcansubstituteorangejuiceandorangezestforthelemonjuiceandlemon
zestifdesired.
HerbWhiteWineVinegarDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
3/4cupwhitewinevinegar3/4cupwater
1/4cupvegetableoil1/4cupmincedfreshparsley2garliccloves,minced1tbs.
granulatedsugar1tsp.driedoregano1/2tsp.driedbasil1/2tsp.salt
1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
blended.Serveoveryourfavoritesaladoruseasamarinadeforvegetables.
YogurtHerbDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3/4cupplainyogurt1/4cupmayonnaise1tsp.mincedfreshdill1tsp.minced
freshchives1/8tsp.blackpepper1tbs.lemonjuice
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andchillthedressingfor1hour.Spoonthedressingoveryourfavoritesalad.
YogurtDressing
Makesalittlelessthan3/4cup
Ingredients
1/2cupplainyogurt1tbs.plus1tsp.driedcoriander2tbs.lemonjuice1/4tsp.
groundginger1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellblended.Coverthebowl
andrefrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.
LemonMolassesDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1tsp.gratedlemonzest1/2cuplemonjuice1/4cupmolasses2tbs.oliveoil2
tbs.mincedshallots1tsp.Dijonmustard1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Store the
dressingintherefrigeratornomorethan5days.Thedressingmustbeservedat
roomtemperature.Ifthedressingischilled,allowthedressingtocometoroom
temperaturebeforeserving.
Stirthedressingbeforeserving.
HoneyApplesauceSaladDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1/2cupapplesauce1/2cuphoney
1/4tsp.gratedlemonzest3tbs.freshlemonjuice1tbs.whitevinegar1/2tsp.
paprika1/2tsp.salt
1/4tsp.drymustard1/2cupvegetableoil
Directions
Addtheapplesauce,honey,lemonzest,lemonjuice,whitevinegar,paprika,salt
anddrymustardtoablendercontainer.Processuntilcombined.Withtheblender
running, slowly stream in the vegetable oil. Process until the dressing is well
combinedandsmooth.
SweetBaconDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
5 bacon slices Vegetable oil as needed 2/3 cup red wine or balsamic vinegar 2
1/2tbs.lightbrownsugar1tsp.salt
1/2tsp.cayennepepper1garlicclove,crushed
Directions
Inaskilletovermediumheat,addthebacon.Cookthebaconabout6-7minutes
oruntilthebaconiscrisp.Removethebaconfromthepananddrainonpaper
towels.Crumblethebaconintosmallpieces.
Pour the bacon drippings into a 1/4 cup measuring cup. Add vegetable oil if
neededtomake1/4cup.Addthebacondrippingsandvegetableoiltoaglassjar.
Add the red wine or balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, salt, cayenne pepper and
garlic.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwellblended.
Add the bacon crumbles to the jar and shake to blend the dressing. Serve the
dressingfreshlymadeoratroomtemperature.
GingerDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 tbs. red wine vinegar 3 tsp. grated fresh ginger 2 tsp.
Dijonmustard1tsp.blackpepper1/2tsp.salt
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined. Refrigerate the dressing at least 4 hours. Shake the dressing again
beforeserving.
CreamyGingerDressing
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
1cupmayonnaise1tbs.Dijonmustard1tsp.groundginger1/4tsp.salt
Pinchofgranulatedsugar
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Cover the
bowlandrefrigeratefor1hourbeforeserving.
ChineseGingerDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup peanut oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin
sauce2tbs.gratedfreshginger1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.drymustard1/4
tsp.Chinesefivespicepowder1/4tsp.mincedgarlic1/4tsp.chilioil
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Shake to combine the oils, spices and
vinegar.Placealidonthejar.Letthejarsitatroomtemperaturefor2hours.
When the dressing has sit for 2 hours, drain the dressing through a fine sieve.
Savetheliquidastheliquidisyourdressing.Discardthegingerandgarlic.
Thisdressingalsomakesanexcellentmarinadeordippingsauce.
ChiliSauceDressing
Makesabout22/3cups
Ingredients
1 cup vegetable oil 3/4 cup chile sauce 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 cup
granulatedsugar1tbs.soysauce
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.
Storetheleftoverdressingintherefrigeratornomorethan1week.
WineVinegarDressing
Makesalittlemorethan1/2cup
Ingredients
1/2cupredwinevinegar1tbs.vegetableoil1/2cupchoppedgreenonions1tsp.
driedparsleyflakes1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to the blender. Process until the dressing is well
combinedandsmooth.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
RaspberryDressing
Makes3/4cup
Ingredients
1/4 cup lime juice 2 tbs. seedless raspberry jam 2 tbs. hot pepper jelly 1 tbs.
vegetableoil1garlicclove,minced1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.drymustard1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender. Process until the dressing is smooth and
combined. Pour the dressing in a small bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate
untilwellchilled.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan1
week.
ChiliLimeDressing
Makesabout1/2cup
Ingredients
1/4cupvegetableoil2tbs.limejuice2garliccloves,minced1tsp.chilipowder
1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.groundcumin
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar. Shake until well
combined.
LimePeanutDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup fresh lime juice 4 garlic cloves, minced 3 tbs. granulated sugar 2 tbs.
finelychoppedunsaltedpeanuts1tbs.mincedfreshginger1tbs.choppedfresh
cilantro2tbs.fishsauce
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellblended.Chillthedressing
ifdesired.
ParsleyDressing
Makesalittleover1cup
Ingredients
1/3 cup finely chopped onion 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 2
tbs.redwinevinegar2tbs.sourcream1tsp.salt
1tsp.granulatedsugar1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Servethedressingfreshlymadeorrefrigerateuntilwellchilled.
Shakethedressingagainbeforeusing.
WatercressDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
11/2tbs.lemonjuice1tbs.preparedhorseradish1garlicclove,minced1/2tsp.
salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper6cupswatercress4greenonions,sliced8oz.pkg.cream
cheese,cubed3-4tbs.wholemilk
Directions
Add1tablespoonlemonjuice,horseradish,garlic,salt,blackpepper,watercress
andgreenonionstothebowlofafoodprocessor.Processuntilsmooth.Addthe
creamcheeseand3tablespoonsmilk.Processuntilsmooth.
Thinthedressingwiththeremainingmilkandlemonjuiceifdesired.Spoonthe
dressingintoasmallbowl.Coverthebowlandrefrigerateuntilwellchilledor
servefreshlymade.
RhubarbDressing
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
2cupschoppedrhubarb(freshorfrozen)1/2cupgranulatedsugar1/4cupcider
vinegar3/4cupvegetableoil3tbs.gratedonion11/2tsp.Worcestershiresauce
1/2tsp.salt
Directions
Inasaucepanovermediumheat,addthechoppedrhubarb,granulatedsugarand
cider vinegar. Stir frequently and cook about 6 minutes or until the rhubarb is
tender.Removethepanfromtheheat.
Using a potato masher, mash the rhubarb in the pan. You will not be able to
mashtherhubarblikeyouwouldpotatoes.Youareonlymashingtherhubarbto
releasetherhubarbjuice.Drainalltheliquidfromthepanreservingtheliquid.
Theliquidiswhatyouwillusetomakethedressing.Youshouldhaveabout6
tablespoonsorclosetoahalfcupliquid.
Discardthemashedrhubarb.Addtheliquidtoaglassjar.Addthevegetableoil,
grated onion, Worcestershire sauce and salt. Place the lid on the jar and shake
untilwellblended.Refrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.Shakethedressing
againbeforeserving.
TomatoGarlicDressing
Makes3cups
Ingredients
2 cups mayonnaise 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. garlic powder 2 fresh tomatoes,
cubed
Directions
Add all the ingredients to the food processor. Process until smooth. Pour the
dressingintoabowl.Coverthebowlandchillbeforeserving.Stirthedressing
againbeforeserving.
RaspberryMapleDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
2/3cupvegetableoil
1/4cupraspberryvinegar
2tbs.maplesyrup
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.
HoneyMustardDressing
Makes1/2cup
Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil 2 tbs. red wine vinegar 1 tbs. Dijon mustard 1 tbs. honey 1/8
tsp.salt1/8tsp.blackpepper1/8tsp.groundnutmeg
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingupto10daysintherefrigerator.
GreenOnionDressing
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
4greenonions,cutinto1"pieces1cupvegetableoil1/2cupredwinevinegar2
tbs.granulatedsugar3/4tsp.Worcestershiresauce1/2tsp.drymustard
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until the green onions are
finelychoppedandthedressingcombined.Spoonthedressingintoasmallbowl.
Coverthebowlandchillbeforeserving.
PapayaSeedDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1tbs.cornstarch7oz.canpapayanectar1/2cupgranulatedsugar1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.drymustard1/2cupwhitewinevinegar2tbs.mincedonion3tbs.fresh
papayaseeds
Directions
In a small sauce pan over medium heat, add the cornstarch and papaya nectar.
Stirconstantlyandcookuntilthemixturethickensandboils.Boilfor1minute.
Remove the pan from the heat. Spoon the mixture into a small bowl. Cool
completelybeforeusinginthenextstep.
Add the granulated sugar, salt, dry mustard, white wine vinegar, onion and
papaya seeds to a blender. Process until the dressing is smooth and combined.
Thepapayaseedsshouldlooklikefreshgroundblackpepper.
Stirthemixtureintothechilledapricotnectar.Coverthebowlandchillatleast3
hoursbeforeserving.Serveovermixedsaladgreensorafruitsalad.
CreamCheeseDressing
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
11/2cupmayonnaise3oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened1tsp.lemonandherb
seasoningmix1tbs.wholemilk1tsp.lemonjuice
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallmixingbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.The
cream cheese should be well combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until
readytoserve.
Storethedressingnolongerthan1weekcoveredintherefrigerator.
ChunkyArtichokeDressing
Makes12/3cups
Ingredients
4oz.jarmarinatedartichokehearts,diced2oz.cananchovies,minced1/4cup
red wine vinegar 1/4 cup sliced black olives 3/4 cup pimento stuffed green
olives,diced2tbs.capers
Blackpeppertotaste
Directions
Inamixingbowl,addtheartichokeheartswithliquid,anchovieswithliquid,red
winevinegar,blackolives,greenolivesandcapers.Stiruntilwellcombined.
Seasontotastewithblackpepper.Storethedressingintherefrigeratornomore
than7days.
BB'sSpecialDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupoliveoil1/4cuplemonjuice3tbs.water
1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 2 tbs. Greek seasoning 2 tbs.
choppedfreshmint11/2tsp.mincedgarlic
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
FreshVegetableDressingor
Marinade
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3/4cupvegetableoil1/4cupplus2tbs.redwinevinegar2tsp.granulatedsugar
1tsp.salt
1tsp.drymustard1tsp.driedbasil1/2tsp.blackpepper1/8tsp.groundnutmeg
2garliccloves,crushed
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake until the
dressingiswellcombined.
Useasasaladdressingoramarinadeforfreshvegetables.
BasicDrySaladDressingMix
Makesabout3/4cup
Ingredients
1/2cupdriedparsleyflakes1/4cupdriedchives1tbs.drieddill1/4tsp.salt
1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallairtightcontainer.Stiruntilcombined.Storein
thepantryupto6months.
To make the salad dressing, add 2 tablespoons dry salad dressing mix, 1/2 cup
mayonnaiseand1/2cupsourcreamorbuttermilktoasmallbowl.Whiskuntil
wellcombined.Coverthedressingandchillfor3hoursbeforeserving.
SavoryPoppySeedDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1/2cupchoppedonion3/4cuptarragonvinegar3/4cupplus2tbs.vegetableoil
21/2tbs.poppyseeds1tbs.granulatedsugar1tsp.drymustard
Directions
Add the onion, tarragon vinegar, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, poppy seeds,
granulatedsugaranddrymustardtoablender.Blenduntilwellcombined.With
theblenderrunning,slowlyadd3/4cupvegetableoil.Blenduntilthedressingis
thickandcombined.
Pour the dressing into a glass jar with a lid. Chill for 3 hours before serving.
Shakethejarbeforeserving.Storeupto2weeksintherefrigerator.
WalnutDressing
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
1/4cupricevinegar1tsp.wasabipowder1mincedgarlicclove1tbs.chopped
fresh cilantro 3/4 cup walnut oil 1/4 cup light sesame oil 1 tsp. grated fresh
ginger3/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.cayennepepper
Directions
Addthericevinegar,wasabipowder,garlicandcilantrototheblender.Process
until smooth. With the blender running, slowly stream in the walnut oil and
sesameoil.Processuntilwellcombined.
Addtheginger,saltandcayennepeppertotheblender.Pulse3times.Storethe
dressingcoveredintherefrigeratorupto2weeks.
HorseradishDressing
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
1/2cupmayonnaise1/2cupsourcream2tbs.wholemilk2tbs.mincedchives
1-2tbs.horseradish
Directions
Addthemayonnaise,sourcream,milk,chivesand1tablespoonhorseradishtoa
small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Refrigerate until chilled. Taste the
dressing and stir in the additional tablespoon horseradish if desired. Chill the
dressingfor1additionalhourifyouaddtheremaininghorseradish.
Thedressingwillkeepcoveredintherefrigeratorabout1week.
RussianStyleSaladDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
2 sprigs parsley 1 garlic clove 1 green onion, cut into 3 pieces 1/4 cup wine
vinegar1/4cupketchup1tsp.driedoregano1tsp.driedbasil1tsp.drymustard
1/8tsp.salt1/8tsp.blackpepper3/4cupoliveoil
Directions
Add the parsley, garlic, green onion, wine vinegar, ketchup, oregano, basil,
mustard,saltandblackpeppertoablendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.With
the blender running, slowly add the olive oil. Process until well combined and
smooth.
GreenPepperSaladDressing
Makesabout21/2cups
Ingredients
1/2cupvegetableoil1/2cupvinegar
1/2cupgranulatedsugar1/4cupdicedonion1/2cupdicedgreenbellpepper1/8
cup diced red pimento 1 1/2 tsp. yellow prepared mustard 1 1/2 tsp.
Worcestershiresauce1tsp.salt
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoablender.Processuntilsmooth.Pourthedressinginto
a small bowl. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate until well
chilled.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan5days.
SpecialBlueCheeseDressing
Makesabout21/2cups
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise 3/4 cup buttermilk 6 oz. blue cheese, crumbled 1 tsp. steak
sauce7dropsTabascosauce1tbs.driedItalianseasoning1clovegarlic,minced
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoacoveredglassmixingbowl.Stiruntilwellblended.
Placethelidonthebowlandrefrigerateuntilchilled.
Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The dressing will
keepabout1weekintherefrigerator.Serveoversaladsorvegetables.
Deliciousasadippingsauceforchickenandbeef.
BalsamicDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3/4cupoliveoil1/4cupbalsamicvinegar1shallot,finelychopped1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingintherefrigeratorabout1week.
SimpleItalianStyleDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3garliccloves,peeled3/4cupvegetableoil1/3cupwhitevinegar1/4cupdiced
redpimentos
Directions
Addthegarlic,vegetableoilandvinegartotheblendercontainer.Processuntil
thegarlicissmooth.Addtheredpimentosandprocessuntiltheredpimentosare
finelychopped.
Youcanrefrigeratethedressinguntilchilledifdesired.
SourCreamItalianDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupmayonnaise1/2cupsourcream2tbs.wholemilk1tbs.vinegar1garlic
clove,minced1/2tsp.driedoregano1/2tsp.driedbasil1/2tsp.honey1/4tsp.
salt1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Ina small bowl, addall the ingredients. Whiskuntil well combined. Cover the
bowlandchillthedressingfor2hours.
GuacamoleDressing
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
1avocado,peeledandmashed1/4tsp.blackpepper1/2tsp.salt
3/4 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. dried onion flakes 1 tbs. lemon juice 2 tbs. bottled
Italiandressing1/2cupsourcream
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a serving bowl. Whisk until well combined. Let the
dressingsitfor10minutesbeforeserving.
CreamyBlueCheeseDressing
Makesabout3cups
Ingredients
2 cups mayonnaise 1 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup
vinegar
2tbs.granulatedsugar1garlicclove,minced
Directions
Inamixingbowl,addalltheingredients.Usingamixeronmediumspeed,beat
untilthedressingissmoothandfluffy.Thistakesabout3minutesonmymixer.
Coverthebowlandrefrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.
Try this dressing on your favorite sandwiches or burgers. It is also good over
bakedpotatoesorasadippingsauceforfrenchfries.
CreamCheeseBlueCheeseDressing
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 oz. crumbled blue cheese 1 cup sour
cream1tsp.lemonjuice1/2tsp.onionsalt2tbs.wholemilk
Directions
In a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and blue cheese. Using a mixer on
mediumspeed,beatuntilwellcombinedandsmooth.Addthesourcream,lemon
juice,onionsaltandmilk.Mixuntilwellcombined.
Spoonthedressingintoasmallbowl.Coverthebowlandrefrigerateatleast2
hoursbeforeserving.
BarbecueSaladDressing
Usethisdressingonanymixedgreensaladorserveasadippingsauceforpork
andchicken.
Makesabout3/4cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 1 tbs. minced onion 1 tbs. lemon
juice1/2tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Cover the
dressingandchillfor3hoursbeforeserving.Storethedressingnolongerthan1
weekcoveredintherefrigerator.
HoneyBarbecueDressing
Makes3cups
Ingredients
18oz.bottlebarbecuesauce(useyourfavoritebrand)1/3cuplightbrownsugar
1/2cuphoney
1/3cupketchup1tbs.unsaltedbutter1tbs.Worcestershiresauce1/2tsp.season
salt1tsp.lemonpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a sauce pan over low heat. Stir frequently and bring
the dressing to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the dressing cool at room temperature.
Youcanchillthedressingbeforeservingifdesired.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratorupto3months.Youcanalsouse
thisdressingasamarinadeordippingsauce.
MagnificentSevenSaladDressing
Makes21/4cups
Ingredients
1hardboiledegg2/3cupmayonnaise2/3cupchilisauce11/2tbs.lemonjuice
1tsp.tarragonvinegar1/3cupchoppedgreenbellpepper1/3cupchoppedred
bellpepper
Directions
Removetheyolkfromtheegganddiscard.Finelychoptheeggwhite.Inasmall
bowl,addthemayonnaise,chilisauce,lemonjuice,tarragonvinegar,greenbell
pepperandredbellpepper.Whiskuntilcombined.
Stirtheeggwhiteintothedressing.Coverthebowlandchillfor2hoursbefore
serving.
RedPimentoDressing
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
3 tbs. olive oil 3 tbs. red wine vinegar 2 tbs. finely diced red pimento 1 tsp.
granulatedsugar1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Place all the ingredients in a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake the
dressinguntilwellcombined.Storethedressingintherefrigeratorupto10days.
BasicOliveOilDressing
Makes2/3cup
Ingredients
1/2cupoliveoil3tbs.lemonjuice1/4tsp.salt1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingintherefrigeratorupto14days.
OnionFrenchDressing
Makesabout12/3cups
Ingredients
1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tbs.
ketchup1tbs.lemonjuice1tsp.paprika1/2tsp.salt1mediumonion,minced
Directions
In a blender, add the granulated sugar, cider vinegar, vegetable oil, ketchup ,
lemon juice, paprika and salt. Process until smooth and combined. Pour the
dressingintoabowl.Stirintheonion.Coverthebowlandrefrigerateuntilwell
chilled.
CreamyFrenchDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
2/3 cup ketchup 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 1/2 tsp. dry
mustard1tsp.salt
3/4tsp.blackpepper1tsp.Worcestershiresauce1cupvegetableoil
Directions
Add the ketchup, white vinegar, granulated sugar, dry mustard, salt, black
pepperandWorcestershiresaucetotheblender.Processuntilsmooth.Withthe
blenderrunningatlowspeed,slowlyaddthevegetableoil.
Addabout1/4cupvegetableoilatatime.Lettheoilincorporatebeforeadding
additional oil. Process until well combined and thickened. Spoon the dressing
intoabowlandrefrigerateatleast2hours.
OrangeFrenchDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. celery seeds 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/8 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp.
finely chopped onion 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 tbs. granulated sugar 1 cup
vegetableoil2/3cupfreshlemonjuice2/3cupfreshorangesegments
Directions
Addthesalt,celeryseeds,paprika,blackpepper,onion,garlic,granulatedsugar
andvegetableoiltoabowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Letthedressingsitatroom
temperaturefor1hour.
Inablender,addtheorangesegmentsandlemonjuice.Processuntiltheoranges
are pureed. Whisk the puree into the dressing after it has set for 1 hour. Strain
thepureeifdesired.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
GreekSaladDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
11/2cupsoliveoil1/4cupwhitevinegar1/4cupfreshlemonjuice1/4tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper1tbs.driedoregano2garliccloves,minced
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Youwillhavetoshakethedressingvigorouslytocombine.Chillthe
dressingatleast2hoursbeforeserving.
Shakethedressingagainbeforeserving.Storethedressingintherefrigeratorup
to1week.
GreenOliveDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1/3cupfinelychoppedgreenolives1tsp.whitevinegarPinchofsalt2cupssour
cream
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Cover the
bowlandrefrigeratethedressingfor1hourbeforeserving.Storethedressingin
therefrigerator.
CreamySpicyMustardDressing
Makes12/3cups
Ingredients
1cupmayonnaise1/2cupsourcream1/4cupfinelychoppedgreenonions3tsp.
spicymustard1tsp.granulatedsugar1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andrefrigeratethedressingatleast2hoursbeforeserving.
This dressing is wonderful with chicken wings, as a glaze for chicken or a
dippingsauceforchickennuggets.Wealsolikeitonhamburgers.
CucumberDressing
Thisdressingiswonderfulonsaladsbutequallygoodwithfreshvegetables.
Makesabout21/2cups
Ingredients
1mediumcucumber,peeledandgrated1smallonion,peeledandgrated2tbs.
granulated sugar 1 tbs. plus 1 tsp. lemon juice 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/8
tsp.garlicpowder11/3cupsmayonnaise
Directions
When you grate the cucumber and onion, they will produce a lot of moisture.
Drainallthemoisturefromthecucumberandonion.Patthemdrywithapaper
towelifneeded.
Inasmallbowl,stirtogetherthegranulatedsugar,lemonjuice,Worcestershire
sauce, garlic powder and mayonnaise. The mixture should be smooth and
creamy. Stir in the cucumber and onion. Cover the dressing and chill before
serving.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan5days.
OldFashionedThousandIsland
Dressing
Makesalittleover2cups
Ingredients
1cupcottagecheese1/4cupchilisauce1/4cupwholemilk2tbs.vegetableoil
1tsp.paprika
1/2tsp.salt
2 hard boiled eggs, chopped 2 tbs. finely chopped celery 2 tbs. finely chopped
greenbellpepper1tbs.sweetpicklerelish1tbs.finelychoppedonion
Directions
Add the cottage cheese, chili sauce, milk, vegetable oil, paprika and salt to a
blendercontainer.Blenduntilsmooth.Pourthemixtureintoaservingbowl.Stir
in the eggs, celery, green bell pepper, sweet pickle relish and onion. Cover the
bowlandchilluntilcombined.
You can add additional sweet pickle relish if desired. I do not recommend
addingmorethan1additionaltablespoon.Coverthedressingandkeepnolonger
than1weekintherefrigerator.
MayonnaiseThousandIsland
Dressing
Makesabout21/2cups
Ingredients
1cupmayonnaise1/2cupketchup
1tbs.gratedonion1tbs.mincedgreenbellpepper2tbs.pimentostuffedgreen
olives,minced1/4cupdicedcelery1/2cupwhippingcream1hardboiledegg,
chopped
Directions
In a blender container, add the mayonnaise, ketchup, onion, green bell pepper,
green olives, celery and whipping cream. Blend for 30 seconds. Spoon the
dressingintoasmallbowl.Stirinthechoppedhardboiledegg.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate until well chilled. Store the dressing covered in
therefrigeratornomorethan5days.
Use this dressing as a spread for sandwiches or as a dip for veggies. This
dressingisverygoodonburgersorsteaksandwiches.
GarlicDressing
Makesabout31/2cups
Ingredients
1 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2/3 cup
ketchup1/2cupchilisauce1cupfinelychoppedonion4garliccloves,crushed
1tsp.salt
1tsp.paprika2tbs.freshlemonjuice
Directions
Inamixingbowl,addthevegetableoil,granulatedsugarandredwinevinegar.
Whiskuntilwellcombinedandthedressingbeginstothickenslightly.Stirinthe
ketchup, chili sauce, onion, garlic, salt, paprika and lemon juice. Whisk until
wellcombined.
Thedressingwillkeepabout5dayscoveredintherefrigerator.
You can make this into a creamy dressing by adding 3/4 cup real mayonnaise.
ThecreamydressingwillhaveatastesimilartoThousandIslanddressing.
CreamyGarlicDressing
Makes3cups
Ingredients
2 cups mayonnaise 1/3 cup whole fat buttermilk 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup
water 1 1/2 tbs. garlic powder 1 tbs. vinegar 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp.
honey1/4tsp.drymustard1/2tsp.salt
Directions
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and buttermilk. Whisk
untilwellcombinedandcreamy.Stirinthevegetableoil,water,garlicpowder,
vinegar,lemonjuice,honey,drymustardandsalt.Stiruntilwellcombined.
Coverthebowlandrefrigerateatleast8hoursbeforeserving.Stirthedressing
again before serving. The dressing will keep about 1 week covered in the
refrigerator.
DownHomeButtermilkDressing
Makesalittleover31/2cups
Ingredients
2 cups mayonnaise 2 cups buttermilk 2 tbs. minced onion 2 tbs. fresh minced
parsley1/2tsp.garlicpowder
Directions
Whisk together all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Cover the bowl and
refrigeratethedressingatleast6hoursbeforeserving.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan5days.
ButtermilkHerbDressing
Makesabout3/4cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup plus 1 tbs. buttermilk 3 tbs. raspberry flavored vinegar 1 tbs. chopped
freshbasilleaves11/2tsp.mincedfreshchives1/4tsp.mincedgarlic
Directions
Inasmallbowl,addalltheingredients.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andrefrigerateuntilthedressingiswellchilledorservewhenfreshlymade.
RemouladeDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
11/2cupsmayonnaise2hardboiledeggs,minced2tbs.mincedfreshparsley2
tbs.vinegar
1tbs.paprika
1 1/2 tbs. yellow prepared mustard 1 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 2 garlic
cloves,crushedDashofTabascosaucePinchofsalt
Pinchofblackpepper
Directions
Inasmallbowl,addalltheingredients.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andrefrigerateuntilthedressingiswellchilled.Storethedressingcoveredinthe
refrigeratornomorethan1week.
Youcanomittheeggsandthedressingwillkeepabout2weeks.
FreshPestoSaladDressing
Makesabout13/4cups
Ingredients
3/4cupoliveoil1/2cupvinegar
3tbs.granulatedsugar1/4cupfreshpesto2tbs.dicedredpimento
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender container. Blend until smooth. Store the
dressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan3days.
Tomakefreshpesto,add2cupsfreshbasilleaves,parsleyorspinachtoafood
processor. Add 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4
teaspoonsaltand1/4teaspoonblackpepper.Processuntilsmooth.
With the food processor running, slowly add 2/3 cup olive oil. Process until
combinedandthick.Thismakesabout11/2cupsfreshpesto.Usetheremaining
pestoonpasta,freshtomatoesorfish.Thepestowillkeepcoveredabout1week
intherefrigerator.
Youcanusestoreboughtpestoifdesired.
RedWineDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1/2cupdryredwine11/2cupsgarlicoil3/4tsp.salt1/4tsp.blackpepper1/4
cupgratedonion
Directions
Addtheredwine,gratedonion,saltandblackpeppertoamixingbowl.Stiruntil
well combined. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Strain
thedressingtoremovealltheonionpieces.
Whiskthegarlicoilintotheredwineuntilwellblendedandthickened.
MediterraneanDressing
Makesabout3/4cup
Ingredients
1garlicclove,crushed1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.gratedlemonzest1/4tsp.paprika1/4tsp.blackpepper2tbs.tarragon
vinegar1/2cupoliveoil2tbs.sourcream
Directions
Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherthegarlic,salt,lemonzest,paprika,blackpepper
andtarragonvinegar.Keepwhiskingandaddtheoliveoil.Thedressingshould
begintothicken.Whiskinthesourcream.
Coverthebowlandrefrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.
BasilDressing
Makesalittleover1/2cup
Ingredients
1/4cuptarragonflavoredvinegar1/4cupvegetablejuice(V-8typejuice)2tbs.
vegetableoil1garlicclove,minced1tbs.choppedfreshbasil1/2tsp.paprika
1/4tsp.Mrs.Dashseasoning1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake the
dressing until well combined. Refrigerate the dressing until chilled. Shake the
dressingagainbeforeserving.
BasilHoneyDressing
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
1/2cupwhitebalsamicvinegar1/2cuphoney
1/4cupvegetableoil2tbs.choppedfreshbasil1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingintherefrigeratornomorethan4days.
ItalianSaladDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupoliveoil2tbs.mincedonion1tbs.gratedParmesancheese2tsp.salt
3/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 3/4 tsp. dried basil, crushed 3/4 tsp. dry mustard
3/4tsp.driedoregano,crushed3/4tsp.salt
3/4tsp.blackpepper1/4cupredwinevinegar1tbs.lemonjuice
Directions
In a blender, add the olive oil, Parmesan cheese, onion, salt, Worcestershire
sauce,basil,drymustard,oregano,saltandblackpepper.Blendfor30seconds.
Addtheredwinevinegarandlemonjuice.Blendfor30seconds.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratorupto10days.
ItalianCreamDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3/4cupsourcream1/4cupcrumbledGorgonzolacheese1tbs.lemonjuice1/4
tsp.garlicpowderBlackpeppertotaste
Directions
Add the sour cream, Gorgonzola cheese, lemon juice and garlic powder to a
smallbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Seasontotastewithblackpepper.
ItalianGrapefruitSaladDressing
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
.75 oz. pkg. dry Italian dressing mix 2/3 cup vegetable oil 1 1/2 tsp. grated
grapefruitzest2/3cupgrapefruitjuice
Directions
Inaglassjar,addtheItaliandressingmixand1/2cupvegetableoil.Placethelid
on the jar and shake vigorously until well mixed. Add the remaining vegetable
oil, grapefruit zest and grapefruit juice. Place the lid back on the jar and shake
untilcombined.
Storethedressingupto10daysintherefrigerator.
CreamyAvocadoDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupmashedripeavocado1tbs.freshlemonjuice1/2cupsourcream1/3cup
vegetableoil1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.chilipowder1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.Tabascosauce1garlicclove,crushed
Directions
Add all the ingredients to the blender container. Blend until smooth and well
combined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan2days.
CreamyHoneyDijonDressing
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
1cupmayonnaise1/4cupDijonmustard1/4cuphoney
2 tbs. vegetable oil 3/4 tsp. cider vinegar 1/8 tsp. onion salt 1/8 tsp. cayenne
pepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblender.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthedressing
intoabowl.Coverthebowlandchillthedressingthoroughlybeforeserving.
TangyMustardDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup sherry vinegar 2 tbs. stone
groundmustard1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Youwillhavetoshakethejarwelltocombinethemustardwiththe
liquidingredients.
HerbDressing
Makesabout3/4cup
Ingredients
1/2cupvegetableoil1/4cuptarragonvinegar1tbs.mincedgreenonion1tsp.
granulatedsugar1/2tsp.drymustard1/8tsp.salt
1/4tsp.drieddill
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake the
dressing until well combined. Store the dressing in the refrigerator no longer
than1week.
ApplesauceHerbSaladDressing
Makes11/4cupsdressing
Ingredients
1/2cupwater
1/3cupvinegar
1tbs.powderedfruitpectin1/2cupunsweetenedapplesauce3tbs.vegetableoil
1garlicclove,minced1tbs.driedparsleyflakes1/2tsp.salt
1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/2 tsp. dry mustard 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed 1/2
tsp.driedthyme,crushed
Directions
Inaglassjarwithalid,addthewater,vinegarandfruitpectin.Placethelidon
thejarandshakefor2minutes.
Add the applesauce, vegetable oil, garlic, parsley, salt, onion powder, dry
mustard, oregano and thyme to the jar. Place the lid back on the jar and shake
untilwellcombined.Chillbeforeserving.
Thedressingwillkeepcoveredintherefrigeratorupto4days.
DillyDressing
Makes21/2cups
Ingredients
1onion,finelychopped3/4cupvegetableoil1/2cupketchup1/2cupgranulated
sugar1/4cupvinegar1/4cupwater
1tsp.drieddill1/2tsp.salt
1/4tsp.paprika
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender. Blend until well combined and thickened.
Thistakesabout1minuteinmyblender.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthanaweek.
DillSourCreamDressing
Makesabout1/2cup
Ingredients
11/2tsp.lemonjuice1/2cupsourcream1tbs.mayonnaise1/8tsp.drymustard
1/8tsp.cayennepepperPinchofsalt
1/2tsp.drieddill
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressing into a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until the dressing is well
chilled.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
TwoCheeseDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
3/4 cup whole milk 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, cubed 1/2 cup crumbled blue
cheese1/2tsp.driedtarragon1tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper1/8tsp.mincedgarlic
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressing into a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until the dressing is well
chilled.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
CreamyDillDressing
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/8 cup olive oil 1/8 cup vegetable oil 2 tsp. Dijon
mustard1/2tsp.mincedgarlic1tsp.drieddillPinchofsalt
Pinchofblackpepper1cupwhippingcream
Directions
Addtheredwinevinegar,oliveoil,vegetableoil,Dijonmustard,garlic,dill,salt
andblackpeppertoamixingbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Keepwhisking
and slowly add the whipping cream. Whisk only until well combined. Do not
beat the dressing too much once you add the whipping cream. The whipping
creamwillwhipintocreamandthedressingwillberuined.
Refrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilledbeforeserving.Stirthedressingagain
beforeserving.
SpicyDillDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupmayonnaise1/2cupplainyogurt1/8tsp.drieddill1/8tsp.blackpepper
1/4tsp.Tabascosauce
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Cover the
bowlwithalidorplasticwrap.Refrigerateuntilthedressingiswellchilled.
StayTrimDressing
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
1 tbs. cornstarch 1/2 tsp. dry mustard 1 cup cold water 2 tbs. vinegar 1/4 cup
ketchup 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp. prepared
horseradish1/8tsp.salt
1garlicclove,minced
Directions
In a small sauce pan over medium heat, add the cornstarch and dry mustard.
Slowly whisk in the cold water. Stir constantly and cook until the mixture
thickens and is smooth. Remove the pan from the heat and cool completely
beforeusing.
When the mixture is cool, stir in the vinegar, ketchup, paprika, Worcestershire
sauce,horseradish,saltandgarlic.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Storethedressing
coveredintherefrigeratornomorethan1week.
SweetHotYogurtDressing
Makesalittleover1cup
Ingredients
1cupplainlowfatyogurt2tbs.honey
1tbs.Chinesehotmustard1tbs.driedparsleyflakes
Directions
Ina small bowl, addall the ingredients. Whiskuntil well combined. Cover the
bowlandchillthedressingfor4hoursbeforeserving.
Thedressingwillkeepcoveredintherefrigeratorupto3days.
DairyLandSaladDressing
Makes21/2cups
Ingredients
1 cup cream style cottage cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 3 tbs. whole milk 2 tsp.
Worcestershiresauce1/4tsp.salt
3 drops Tabasco sauce 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/4 cup minced onion 2
tbs.mincedredpimento
Directions
Inablendercontainer,addthecottagecheese,sourcream,milk,Worcestershire
sauce,saltandTabascosauce.Processonlyuntilsmooth.Removethedressing
fromthefoodprocessor.Spoonthedressingintoasmallbowl.Stirintheblue
cheese,onionandredpimento.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan5days.
ChiveCottageCheeseDressing
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
2tbs.lemonjuice2tbs.vegetableoil1/2tsp.salt
2tbs.mincedfreshchives1cupcreamstylecottagecheese
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressing into a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until the dressing is well
chilledorservefreshlymade.
DeluxeSourCreamDressing
Makesabout21/2cups
Ingredients
1cupsourcream1/2cupmayonnaise1tsp.granulatedsugar1tsp.salt
1-2 tbs. whole milk 1/4 cup minced green onions 1/4 cup minced radishes 1/4
cupmincedcucumber1/4cupmincedgreenbellpepper1mincedgarlicclove
Directions
In a mixing bowl, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon milk,
granulated sugar and salt. Whisk until well combined and smooth. Stir in the
greenonions,radishes,cucumber,greenbellpepperandgarlic.Coverthebowl
withalid.
Refrigerate at least 4 hours. If the dressing is too thick, add the remaining
tablespoonmilktothinthedressing.
YogurtSlawDressing
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
1cupplainyogurt3tbs.mayonnaise2tbs.lemonjuice1tbs.plus1tsp.Dijon
mustard1/8tsp.garlicpowder1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andrefrigerateatleast2hoursbeforeserving.
Thisdressingcanbeusedonsaladgreensifdesired.Itmakesawonderfuland
easyslawdressing.Add2tablespoonsgratedonionifdesired.
BavarianDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
3/4cupvegetableoil1/2cupvinegar1/3cupketchup1/2cupgranulatedsugar2
tbs.lemonjuice1/2tsp.paprika1/2tsp.celerysalt1/2tsp.salt
1garlicclove1/4cupdicedonion
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoablendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressingintoabowl.Thedressingcanbeservedatroomtemperatureorchilled.
TomatoHoneyDressing
Makes21/2cups
Ingredients
1cupvegetableoil1/2cuptomatoketchup1/3cupvinegar1/3cuphoney1tsp.
salt
1tsp.paprika1/8cupdicedonion1/8tsp.mincedgarlic
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressing into a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until the dressing is well
chilled.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
BlueCheeseFrenchStyleDressing
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
1cupvegetableoil3tbs.lemonjuice1tsp.granulatedsugar1tsp.salt
1/2cupbluecheese,crumbled1/4cupdicedonion
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressingintoabowl.Youcanservethedressingatroomtemperatureorchilled.
ChoppedSaladDressing
Makesabout31/2cups
Ingredients
3/4cupvinegar1cupvegetableoil3/4cupgranulatedsugar1tbs.salt
1onion,diced4oz.jardicedredpimentos,drained1greenbellpepper,seeded
andsliced
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressing into a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until the dressing is well
chilled.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
SpicyFrenchDressing
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
1/2cupgranulatedsugar1/2cupplus2tbs.ketchup1/4cupvinegar2tsp.lime
juice3/4tsp.onionjuicePinchofpaprikaPinchofcelerysalt1cupvegetableoil
Directions
In a blender container, add the granulated sugar, ketchup, vinegar, lime juice,
onion juice, paprika and celery salt. Blend until smooth. Place the blender on
lowspeedandslowlyaddthevegetableoil.
Blenduntilthedressingisthickenedandcombined.Pourthedressingintoajar.
Place the lid on the jar and refrigerate until the dressing is chilled. Shake the
dressingagainbeforeserving.
PiquantFrenchDressing
Makesabout1/2cup
Ingredients
2tbs.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.paprika1/2tsp.drymustard1/8tsp.blackpepper1/2tsp.celeryseeds
1/2tsp.gratedonion2tbs.lemonjuice1/4cupplus2tbs.vegetableoil1garlic
clove,slicedinhalf
Directions
In a mixing bowl, add the granulated sugar, salt, paprika, dry mustard, black
pepper, celery seeds, grated onion and lemon juice. Using a mixer on medium
speed,beatuntilwellcombinedandsmooth.Thesugarshouldbedissolved.This
takesabout1minutewithmymixer.
With the mixer still running, slowly add the vegetable oil to the mixing bowl.
Beatuntilwellcombinedorabout2minutes.Turnthemixeroff.Addthegarlic
tothedressing.Coverthebowlandrefrigeratethedressingatleast2hours.
Removethegarlicpiecesandwhiskthedressingbeforeserving.
OliveOilFrenchDressingwith
Variations
Not only is this dressing fabulous but you can make numerous variations from
thisbasicdressing.Variationsarelistedbelowtherecipe.
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1/2cupwhitewinevinegar3/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper11/2cupsoliveoil
Directions
Add the vinegar, salt and black pepper to a mixing bowl. Whisk until well
combined.Keepwhiskingandslowlyaddtheoliveoil.Whiskuntilthedressing
iswellcombined.
Youcansubstitutelemonjuiceforthevinegarifdesired.
Avocado French: To 1 cup French dressing, add 1 mashed ripe avocado, 1/2
cupfinelychoppedonionand1/4teaspoonnutmeg.Whiskuntilwellcombined
oraddalltheingredientstoablender.Processuntilsmooth.
BellevueDressing:To1cupFrenchdressing,add6tablespoonssourcreamand
1tablespoonmincedfreshchives.Whiskuntilwellcombined.
Caper Dressing: To 1 cup French dressing, add 2 tablespoons minced boiled
egg yolk, 2 teaspoons chopped capers, pinch of anchovy paste, finely grated
garlic clove and 3 drops Tabasco sauce. Whisk until well combined or add all
theingredientstoablendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.
MangoChutney:To1cupFrenchdressing,add3tablespoonsmangochutney
and1teaspoonmincedparsley.Whiskuntilwellcombined.
Curry French: To 1 cup French dressing, add 1 teaspoon curry powder and 1
tablespoonfinelychoppedshallots.Whiskuntilwellcombined.
Horseradish French: To 1 cup French dressing, add 3 tablespoon grated
horseradish, 2 teaspoons paprika and 3 drops Tabasco sauce. Whisk until
combined.
Tomato French: Add 1 cup French dressing to the blender container. Add 3
choppedfreshtomatoes,1/8teaspoondriedoregano,1/8teaspoonthymeand1/4
cupgratedParmesancheese.Processuntilsmooth.
SassyFrenchDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1cuptomatosauce1/2cupvegetableoil1/3cupricevinegar1tbs.lightbrown
sugar1/2tsp.salt1/4tsp.drymustard1/8tsp.garlicpowder
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Cover the
bowl and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving. Stir the dressing again
beforeserving.
CelerySeedDressing
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
1/4cupvinegar1cupvegetableoil1/2cupgranulatedsugar1tsp.salt
1/2tsp.drymustard1thinsliceonion11/2tsp.celeryseed1tsp.paprika
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressinginto a small bowl.Cover the bowl andrefrigerate until the dressing is
wellchilled.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
SweetandSourDressing
Makes31/2cups
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup
choppedonion1tsp.steaksauce
Directions
Combinealltheingredientsinamixingbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Store
thedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan7days.
SweetandSourTarragonDressing
Makesabout3cups
Ingredients
2 cups vegetable oil 1 cup tarragon wine vinegar 2 tbs. granulated sugar 2 tsp.
freshtarragonleaves1tsp.Dijonmustard1tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Placealltheingredientsinablender.Processuntilsmoothorabout30seconds
onhighspeed.Thedressingshouldbewellcombinedandthickened.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratorabout1week.
SpicyTarragonDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup tarragon wine vinegar 1/8 tsp. dried tarragon 1/4
cupgranulatedsugar1/2tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper1/2tsp.Tabascosauce
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake
vigorously.Refrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.Shakethedressingagain
beforeserving.
TangyRedDressing
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup ketchup 2 tbs. red wine vinegar 2 tbs. granulated sugar 1 tsp. celery
seeds1tsp.drymustard1tsp.lemonjuice
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake
vigorouslyuntilwellcombined.Refrigeratethedressinguntilchilled.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan1week.Shakethe
dressingagainbeforeserving.
ChipotleCaesarDressing
Makes11/3cups
Ingredients
2cannedchipotlepeppersinadobosauce1tsp.choppedgarlic1/2tsp.salt
1/3cupfreshlemonjuice1/4cupmayonnaise1/4cupParmesancheese1/2cup
oliveoil
Directions
Addthechipotlepeppers,garlicandsalttoafoodprocessor.Pulseseveraltimes
oruntilthepeppersandgarlicareminced.Addthelemonjuice,mayonnaiseand
Parmesancheese.Processuntilsmooth.
With the food processor running, slowly stream in the olive oil. Process until
well combined and smooth. Depending upon the brand mayonnaise and
Parmesancheeseused,thisdressingmaybetoothick.
Drizzle in additional lemon juice or olive oil to thin the dressing. Pour the
dressingintoabowl.Coverthebowlandrefrigerateuntilthedressingischilled.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
RomanoDressing
Thisdressingisthicksodonotexpectathindressing.
Makesalittleover2cups
Ingredients
2cupsfreshlygratedRomanocheese11/3cupsvegetableoil1/3cupoliveoil4
tbs.lemonjuice2garliccloves
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallmixingbowl.Whiskuntilcombined.Coverthe
bowlandrefrigerateovernightorabout12hours.Removethegarlicclovesafter
refrigeration.
Addthedressingtoablender.Blenduntilwellcombined.Useasadressingora
dipforvegetables.
RoquefortDressing
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
3oz.Roquefortcheese,crumbled1tbs.mincedonion1garlicclove,minced1/2
cupmayonnaise1/2cupsourcream1tbs.vinegar
1tbs.lemonjuice1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Inasmallmixingbowl,addthecheese,onionandgarlic.Usingamixeronlow
speed, beat for 3 minutes. The mixture should be well combined and creamy.
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, lemon juice and black pepper. Beat
for2minutesoruntilcombinedandsmooth.
Chill the dressing for 4 hours before serving. Store the dressing covered in the
refrigeratornomorethan1week.
CreamyFruitJuiceSaladDressing
Makesalittleover1cup
Ingredients
3/4cupmayonnaise6oz.canfrozenorangejuiceconcentrate,thawed
Directions
Add both ingredients to a mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined. This is
wonderful over any green salad or as a dipping dressing for meats, veggies or
fruits.
Alter the flavors using lemon or lime juice concentrate instead of the orange
juice.Thisdressingcanalsobeusedasabastingsauceormarinadeformeat.
PepperDressing
Thisisathickdressing.Thinthedressingwithadditionalheavywhippingcream
orsourcreamifdesired.
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
1cupsourcream1/4cupheavywhippingcream2tsp.driedgreenbellpepper
flakes1/2tsp.paprika1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper1/4tsp.driedmincedgarlic1tsp.driedmincedonion1/4
tsp.freshchives
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until combined. Cover the
dressingandrefrigerateatleast12hoursbeforeserving.
Thisdressingisexcellentonbakedpotatoesorsteamedveggies.
ApricotDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
8oz.canunpeeledapricothalves,drained1cupsourcream1/4cuphoney1tbs.
lemonjuice1/8tsp.salt
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressing into a small bowl. Refrigerate until chilled. Stir the dressing again
beforeserving.
RoastedGarlicDressing
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3garlicbulbs1/2cupplus3tbs.oliveoil2tbs.Dijonmustard1/4tsp.salt1/4
tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Preheattheovento350°.Cutthepointytopsoffthegarlicbulbs.Thetopsofthe
garlic cloves should be slightly exposed. Place the garlic bulbs on a piece of
aluminumfoil.
Drizzle 3 tablespoons olive oil over the garlic bulbs. Fold the aluminum foil
aroundthegarlictoformapacket.Thegarlicshouldbesealedinthealuminum
foil. Place the garlic on a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the
garlicfromtheovenbutdonotopenthealuminumfoil.Coolthegarlicatroom
temperaturefor1hour.
Whenthegarliciscool,squeezethegarlicclovesoutofthebulbintoablender
container. The garlic will be soft and should squeeze out easily. Add 1/2 cup
olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt and black pepper. Process until the dressing is
smooth.
CreamyTarragonVinegarDressing
Thisisasimpledressingthatgoeswellwithmostanygreensalad.
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
1cupmayonnaise
1/4 cup tarragon vinegar 1 oz. anchovy fillets, minced 1/4 cup minced fresh
parsley2tbs.mincedgreenonion2tbs.mincedfreshchives1/2tsp.drymustard
1/4tsp.salt
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andchillfor4hoursbeforeserving.Stirwellbeforeserving.Thedressingwill
keepcoveredabout1weekintherefrigerator.
SpicyDressing
Thisdressingisdeliciousoverspinachsalads.
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1cupvegetableoil1/4cupvinegar
1/2cupgranulatedsugar1/3cupketchup
1/4 cup chopped onion 1 tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. salt or to taste Red
pepperflakestotaste
Directions
Addthevegetableoilandvinegartoamixingbowl.Usingamixeronmedium
speed,beatfor3minutes.Thedressingshouldbegintoform.Beatforaminute
ortwolongerifneeded.
Add the granulated sugar, ketchup, onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt and red
pepperflakes.Beatuntilwellcombined.
DependingupontheWorcestershiresauceused,youmayneedlesssalt.Usethe
salttoyourtaste.
SoySauceDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1stalkcelerywithleaves1smallonion,quartered1greenbellpepper,quartered
1/2cupvegetableoil2tbs.freshlemonjuice2tbs.sesameseedbutter2tbs.soy
sauce
Directions
Cutthe celery stalk into 2" pieces. Addall the ingredients to a food processor.
Processuntilsmoothandcombined.Thedressingshouldbethickandcreamy.
Storethedressingnolongerthan4dayscoveredintherefrigerator.
SouthwesternMayonnaiseDressing
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
11/4cupsmayonnaise2tbs.orangejuice1tbs.whitewinevinegar1/4tsp.chili
powder3tbs.choppedcannedgreenchiles
Directions
Add the mayonnaise, orange juice, vinegar and chili powder to a small bowl.
Whisk until well combined. Stir in the green chiles. Cover the bowl and
refrigerateuntilthedressingischilled.
Thisdressingisexcellentwithchickensalad,asasandwichspreadoroverany
saladgreens.
BlenderDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup vinegar 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup ketchup 1/4
cupgranulatedsugar2tsp.salt
1tsp.Worcestershiresauce
Directions
Place all the ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth and combined. Store
thedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan10days.
SweetSourDressing
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
1tsp.paprika1tsp.celeryseeds1tsp.drymustard1tsp.salt
1tsp.gratedonion1/2cupgranulatedsugar1cupvegetableoil1/2cupvinegar
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Chillthedressingatleast3hoursbeforeserving.Shakethedressing
againbeforeserving.
CreamyParmesanDressing
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp. granulated
sugar3tbs.wholemilk
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Ifthedressing
istoothickforyourtaste,stirinanothertablespoonmilk.
Store the dressing covered in the refrigerator no longer than 5 days. Try this
dressingasaspreadonsandwichesorburgers.
TangySourCreamSaladDressing
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
1 cup sour cream 2 tbs. chopped red pimento 1 tbs. minced green onion 1 tsp.
Dijonmustard1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.salt
1/4tsp.celeryseeds1/8tsp.garlicpowder
Directions
Combinealltheingredientsinasmallbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Cover
thebowlandrefrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.
Storethedressingnolongerthan1weekintherefrigerator.
PaprikaDressing
Makesabout1/2cup
Ingredients
1/4cupgranulatedsugar1/4cupvegetableoil1/4cupvinegar1/2tsp.paprika
1/4tsp.salt
1/8tsp.dillseeds1/8tsp.celeryseeds
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender container. Blend until smooth and well
combined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornomorethan3days.
EverydayTangySaladDressing
Makesabout2cups
Usethisdressingforeverydaysaladsorformeatmarinades.
Ingredients
1/2cupmincedonion3/4cupgranulatedsugar1/2cupvinegar
1/3cupketchup
1/4cupvegetableoil2tbs.Worcestershiresauce
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender. Blend until well combined. Store the
dressingcoveredintherefrigeratorupto10days.
SunflowerNutDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1/4cupsunflowerseeds,shelled1cupplainyogurtorsourcream2-3tbs.whole
milk1/8tsp.garlicpowder1/8tsp.drymustard1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addthesunflowerseedstothefoodprocessor.Processuntilthesunflowerseeds
are like a powder. Add the yogurt, 2 tablespoons milk, garlic powder, dry
mustardandblackpepper.Processuntilwellcombined.
If the dressing is too thick, add the additional tablespoon milk to the dressing.
Thedressingconsistencywillchangedependinguponthebrandyogurtorsour
creamused.Addmilktomakethedesiredconsistency.
Greek yogurts will need 1-2 tablespoons additional milk. I find Yoplait yogurt
worksbestforme.
GreenGoddessDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
3/4 cup parsley leaves 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup sour cream 1 green onion,
sliced1tbs.vinegar
1tbs.anchovypaste1/4tsp.driedbasil,crushed1/8tsp.garlicpowder1/8tsp.
driedtarragon,crushed1-2tbs.wholemilk
Directions
Addtheparsley,mayonnaise,sourcream,greenonion,vinegar,anchovypaste,
basil, garlic powder and tarragon to a blender container. Process until smooth.
Spoonthedressingintoasmallbowl.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate until chilled. Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons milk to
makethedesiredconsistencybeforeserving.
CurriedDressing
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 tbs.
gratedonion11/2tsp.lemonjuice1/2tsp.Worcestershiresauce1/4tsp.curry
powder1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.paprika
Directions
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk until well combined and
creamy.Refrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilledbeforeserving.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan7days.
MangoCurryDressing
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
1 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tbs. white wine vinegar 2 tbs. mango
chutney1tsp.Dijonmustard1/2tsp.currypowder1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Spoonthe
dressingintoasmallbowl.Refrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.
TossedSaladDressing
Makes3cups
Thisdressingissimilartoa1000Islanddressingbutjustalittlespicyandabit
ofadifferenttaste.
Ingredients
2cupsketchup
1/2cupmayonnaise2tbs.cidervinegar1/4cuponion,finelychopped1/4cup
finelychoppedcelery1tsp.preparedmustard(useyourfavoritebrand)5drops
Tabascosauce2hardboiledeggs,finelychopped1/4cupsweetpicklerelish1
garlicclove,minced
Directions
In a mixing bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Cover the dressing and
refrigerate at least 6 hours before serving. Store the dressing in the refrigerator
coverednolongerthan7days.
BasicCurryDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
3/4 cup olive oil 3 1/2 tbs. wine vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp. curry
powder1/8tsp.whitepepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass bowl. Whisk until well blended. Cover the
bowl and refrigerate until ready to use. The dressing will keep covered in the
refrigeratorabout10days.
CreamyCurryDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
2/3cupmayonnaise1tbs.wholemilk1tbs.currypowder1tbs.honey
1tbs.vinegar2tsp.yellowpreparedmustard1tsp.Worcestershiresauce
Directions
In a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, milk, curry powder, honey, vinegar,
mustardandWorcestershiresauce.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
andchillfor2hoursbeforeserving.
Youcanthinthedressingwithlemonjuiceoradditionalmilkifneeded.
GardenDewDressing
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
1/2cupvegetableoil4tbs.vinegar
4tbs.freshmincedparsley1tbs.freshmincedchives1tbs.choppedgreenbell
pepper1tsp.granulatedsugar1tsp.drymustard1/2tsp.salt
1/8tsp.Tabascosauce
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Shakeatleast1minute.Chillthedressingfor3hoursbeforeserving.
Shakethedressingagainbeforeserving.
LemonCaperDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1/3cuphotwater1/3cupchoppedfreshdill1/4cupchoppedfreshparsley2tbs.
capers
2tbs.lemonjuice2shallots,quartered2garliccloves2tsp.Dijonmustard1/2
tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper2/3cupoliveoil
Directions
Add the hot water, dill, parsley, capers, lemon juice, shallots, garlic, Dijon
mustard, salt and black pepper to the blender. Process until smooth. With the
blender running, slowly add the olive oil. Process until the dressing is well
blendedandbeginstothicken.
Spoon the dressing into a bowl. Cover the dressing and refrigerate until well
chilled.Storethedressingintherefrigeratornomorethan3days.
SesameSoyDressing
Makes21/3cups
Ingredients
1/3cupgranulatedsugar1/3cupwhitewinevinegar1/4cupsoysauce1/4cup
choppedonion1garlicclove
2tsp.sesameseeds11/2tsp.sesameoil1/8tsp.salt
11/2cupsvegetableoil
Directions
Addthegranulatedsugar,whitewinevinegar,soysauce,choppedonion,garlic,
sesame seeds, sesame oil and salt to the blender. Process until smooth. Scrape
downthesidesoftheblenderifneededtoincorporatealltheingredients.
With the blender running, slowly add the vegetable oil. Process until well
combinedandsmooth.
BasicSeasonedVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/4cupgranulatedsugar3/4tsp.drymustard3/4tsp.salt
1/2tsp.celeryseeds11/2tbs.mincedonion1/4cupvinegar1/2cupvegetable
oil
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingintherefrigeratorupto1week.
VersatileVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
2/3cupvegetableoil1/4cupwhitewinevinegar1/4cupwater
11/2tsp.salt1tbs.blackpepper1garlicclove,minced
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar. Shake until well
combined. You will have to shake the jar vigorously to combine the dressing.
Storethedressingintherefrigerator.
BlueCheeseVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupvegetableoil3tbs.vinegar1/2tsp.driedbasil1/4tsp.drymustard1/2
cupcrumbledbluecheese
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender. Process until the blue cheese is finely
chopped. Spoon the dressing into a serving bowl. Cover the bowl and chill the
dressingbeforeserving.
Stirthedressingagainbeforeserving.
BlueCheeseDijonVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/4cupwater
3 tbs. vegetable oil 2 tbs. white wine vinegar 2 tbs. lemon juice 2 tsp. Dijon
mustard1tsp.driedoregano1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.blackpepper1/3
cupcrumbledbluecheese
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Youwillhavetoshakevigorouslytocombinethedressing.
Refrigeratethedressinguntilwellchilled.Storethedressingintherefrigerator
upto1week.
OliveOilHerbVinaigrette
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
1/3 cup red wine vinegar 1 tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. dried
thyme2tsp.honey
1cupoliveoil
Directions
Add the red wine vinegar, dry mustard, oregano, thyme and honey to a food
processor.Pulse4times.Withthefoodprocessorrunning,slowlyaddtheolive
oil.Processuntilblended.
FreshHerbVinaigrette
Makes11/3cups
Ingredients
1/2cupoliveoil1/2cupwhitewinevinegar1/2cupchoppedfreshbasil3tbs.
chopped fresh oregano 1/3 cup sliced green onions 2 minced garlic cloves 1/2
tsp.seasonsalt1/2tsp.driedredpepperflakes,crushed1/2tsp.granulatedsugar
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Whiskfor2-
3minutes.Thedressingneedstowellincorporatedandslightlythickenedwhen
ready.
HerbedVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3/4 cup safflower oil 2 tbs. olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove,
crushed1tsp.choppedfreshtarragon
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Whisk at
least 2 minutes before serving. The oils need whisking to slightly thicken the
dressing.
CaperVinaigrette
Makes3/4cup
Ingredients
1tsp.cornstarch1/2cupwater
3tbs.ricevinegar1tbs.lowsodiumsoysauce1tbs.sherry
1/4tsp.mincedgarlic1tsp.oliveoil1tsp.granulatedsugar2tbs.capers
Directions
Inasmallsaucepanovermediumheat,addthecornstarch,water,ricevinegar,
soysauce,sherry,garlic,oliveoilandgranulatedsugar.Stirconstantlyandbring
thedressingtoaboil.Keepstirringandboilfor1minute.Removethepanfrom
theheat.Stirinthecapers.Coolthedressinginthepanuntilthedressingisat
roomtemperature.
Pourthedressingintoabowl.Coverthebowlandrefrigerateuntilwellchilled.
AsianVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupmincedpurpleonion2garliccloves,minced2tsp.gratedfreshginger2
tsp. granulated sugar 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1/3 cup peanut oil 3 tbs. soy
sauce2tsp.sesameoil
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.
BlackPepperPineappleVinaigrette
Makesabout12/3cups
Ingredients
1 2/3 cups fresh chopped pineapple 2 tbs. fresh lime juice 2 tbs. rice wine
vinegar1staranise
1/8tsp.blackpeppercorns
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a food processor. Process until smooth. Depending
uponthejuicinessofyourpineapple,thisdressingmaybetoothick.Thinwith
additionallimejuiceifdesired.
VidaliaOnionVinaigrette
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
1 large Vidalia onion, chopped 3/4 cup plus 1 tbs. vegetable oil 1/2 cup cider
vinegar1tbs.honey
1tbs.lemonjuice1tsp.Dijonmustard1tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Inaskilletovermediumlowheat,add1tablespoonvegetableoil.Whentheoil
is hot, add the chopped onion. Saute the onion for 15-20 minutes. The onion
needstobecookedtoagoldenbrown.Removetheskilletfromtheheat.
Addtheonion,cidervinegar,honey,lemonjuice,Dijonmustard,saltandblack
peppertotheblendercontainer.Processuntilsmooth.Scrapedownthesidesof
theblenderifneeded.
Withtheblenderrunning,slowlystreamin3/4cupvegetableoil.Processuntil
smoothandcombined.
AppleOnionVinaigrette
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1/2cupgranulatedsugar1/2cupapplecidervinegar1tsp.gratedpurpleonion
1/2tsp.drymustard1/2tsp.salt
1/4cupvegetableoil1/2cupunpeeledreddeliciousapple,finelyminced
Directions
Add the granulated sugar and apple cider vinegar to a bowl. Whisk until
combinedandthesugarhasdissolved.Stirinthepurpleonion,drymustardand
salt. Keep whisking and slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil. Whisk until well
combined.
Stirtheappleintothedressingrightbeforeserving.
AppleCiderVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
3/4cupvegetableoil1/2cupapplecidervinegar1/3cuplightbrownsugar1tsp.
celerysalt3/4tsp.drymustard1tbs.gratedonion
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender container. Process until smooth. Pour the
dressing into a bowl and refrigerate until the dressing is chilled. Store the
dressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
RoastedShallotVinaigrette
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
5shallots
1tbs.oliveoil2tbs.whitewinevinegar2tbs.balsamicvinegar3/4tsp.salt
1/2tsp.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.blackpepper1/3cupoliveoil
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400°. Peel the shallots. Add the shallots and olive oil to a
smallbowl.Tosstheshallotsintheoliveoil.Lineabakingsheetwithaluminum
foil.Placetheshallotsonthebakingpan.Bakefor25minutes.
Flip the shallots over about halfway during the baking process. Remove the
shallotsfromtheovenandlettheshallotscoolfor10minutes.Addtheshallots,
whitewinevinegar,balsamicvinegar,salt,granulatedsugarandblackpepperto
afoodprocessor.Pulseseveraltimesoruntilalltheingredientsareblended.
Withthefoodprocessorrunning,slowlystreamintheoliveoil.Processuntilthe
dressing is smooth and combined. Store the vinaigrette covered in the
refrigeratorupto5days.
Thechilleddressingneedstobeatroomtemperaturebeforeserving.Whiskthe
dressingagainbeforeserving.
CuminDijonVinaigrette
Makes3/4cup
Ingredients
1/2cupextravirginoliveoil3tbs.whitewinevinegar2tbs.Dijonmustard1/4
tsp.groundcumin1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.granulatedsugar
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Let the
dressingsitatroomtemperature10minutesbeforeserving.Whiskthedressing
againbeforeserving.
Sweet&SourBalsamicVinaigrette
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
3/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbs.
granulatedsugar2tbs.coarsegrainmustard
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until all the ingredients are
blendedandcombined.Whiskfor30secondsafterthedressingiscombinedso
thedressingwillthickenslightly.
DriedTomatoVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
7oz.jaroilpackedsundriedtomatoes2/3cupfreshbasilleaves2tbs.chopped
shallots1garlicclove,minced1/4tsp.salt
1/8tsp.blackpepper1/4cupredwinevinegarOliveoilasneeded
Directions
Drainthetomatoesbutreservetheoil.Youneed1/2cupoil.Addtheoliveoilas
neededtomake1/2cupoil.
In a food processor, add the tomatoes. Pulse 3 or 4 times or until the tomatoes
are chopped. Add the basil, shallots, garlic, salt, black pepper and red wine
vinegar.Processuntilsmooth.
With the food processor running, slowly add 1/2 cup oil. Process until well
combinedandsmooth.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
TomatoBasilVinaigrette
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1/4cupwhitewinevinegar1tbs.Dijonmustard1tsp.salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper 1 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 cup olive oil 6 plum tomatoes,
peeled,seededanddiced1/4cupchoppedfreshbasil
Directions
In a 4 cup bowl, add the vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper and lemon
juice.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Whiskconstantlyandslowlypourtheoliveoil
intothebowl.Theoliveoilshouldbewellcombinedinthedressing.Stirinthe
tomatoesandbasilbeforeserving.
MarinaraVinaigrette
This is delicious on green salads, as a marinade, a dipping sauce or for pasta
salads.
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
1 cup prepared chilled marinara sauce 1 garlic clove, minced 1/3 cup red wine
vinegar1/3cupoliveoil
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a blender. Process until well combined and smooth.
Scrape down the sides of the blender if needed to combine all the ingredients.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
PomegranateVinaigrette
Makes2/3cup
Ingredients
11/2cupspomegranatejuice1/3cupoliveoil5tsp.honey
1tbs.whitewinevinegar1tsp.Dijonmustard1/4tsp.blackpepper1/8tsp.salt
Directions
Add the pomegranate juice to a sauce pan over medium heat. Stir occasionally
andsimmerthejuiceabout15minutesoruntilthejuiceisreducedtoabout1/4
cup. Remove the pan from the heat and pour the juice into a heat proof bowl.
Coolthejuicecompletelybeforeusing.
When the dressing is cool, whisk in the olive oil, honey, white wine vinegar,
Dijonmustard,blackpepperandsalt.Whiskuntilwellblended.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
CitrusVinaigrette
Makesalittleover1/2cup
Ingredients
1/2" piece fresh ginger, peeled 2 tbs. red wine vinegar 1 tbs. chopped sweet
onion1tbs.honey
1tsp.gratedorangezest1/4tsp.drymustard1/4tsp.salt
1/4cupoliveoil
Directions
Add the ginger, red wine vinegar, onion, honey, orange zest, dry mustard and
salt to the blender container. Process until blended. With the blender running,
slowlyaddtheoliveoil.Processuntilsmooth.
Strainthedressingthroughafinesievebutreservetheliquid.Discardthesolid
piecesandusetheliquidasyourvinaigrette.
OrangeVinaigrette
Makes1/2cup
Ingredients
1/3 cup olive oil 2 tbs. red wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest 1 1/2 tsp.
freshorangejuice1/4tsp.poppyseeds1/4tsp.salt
1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
LemonHoneyVinaigrette
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1 cup white wine vinegar 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup honey 1 tbs. grated
lemonzest3tbs.freshlemonjuice1tsp.salt2garliccloves,minced
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
CilantroLimeVinaigrette
Makes3/4cup
Ingredients
1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tbs. lime juice 2 tbs. rice wine
vinegar1garlicclove,minced1shallot,minced11/2tsp.freshcilantroleaves,
minced
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
PistachioLimeVinaigrette
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
1/3cupfreshlimejuice1/3cuphoney
1/4cupchoppedredonion1tsp.driedcrushedredpepperflakes1/2tsp.salt
1/4cupfreshcilantroleaves3/4cupvegetableoil1cupshelledpistachios
Directions
Addthelimejuice,honey,redonion,redpepperflakes,saltandcilantrotothe
blender. Process until smooth. With the blender running, slowly add the
vegetableoil.Processuntilthedressingissmoothandwellcombined.
Add the pistachios to the blender. Pulse several times until the pistachios are
finelychopped.Spoonthedressingintoabowl.Storethedressingcoveredinthe
refrigerator.
OliveOilMustardVinaigrette
Makesabout1/3cup
Ingredients
6tbs.oliveoil3tbs.mildwinevinegar(useyourfavoriteflavor)1/2tsp.Dijon
mustard1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake
vigorouslyuntilthedressingiswellcombined.
Youcanaddanyflavormustardyouliketothedressing.Youcanincreasethe
mustardto1teaspoonforastrongermustardflavorifyoulike.
RedItalianVinaigrette
Makes11/2cups
Ingredients
1tsp.salt
1/2tsp.drymustard1/2tsp.paprika1/2tsp.driedoregano1/2tsp.garlicsalt1/4
tsp.mincedonion1/2cupwhitewinevinegar1/2cupketchup1/2cupvegetable
oil
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a glass jar. Place the lid on the jar. Shake the jar
vigorously to combine all the ingredients. Store the dressing in the refrigerator
nomorethan2weeks.
TangyOrangeVinaigrette
Makes3/4cup
Ingredients
11/2tsp.gratedorangezest11/2tsp.Dijonmustard1/2tsp.mincedgarlic1/4
tsp.Tabascosauce1/4cupcidervinegar1/2cupvegetableoil
Directions
Add the orange zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Tabasco sauce and cider
vinegartothebowlofafoodprocessor.Pulse3times.Withthefoodprocessor
running,slowlyaddthevegetableoil.Processuntilwellblended.
Pour the dressing into a small bowl. You can chill the dressing or use the
dressingatroomtemperature.Ifindthedressingtastebestatroomtemperature.
BlackberryBasilVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
5 oz. jar seedless blackberry preserves 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 6 fresh basil
leaves1garlicclove,sliced1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper3/4cupoliveoil
Directions
Add the blackberry preserves, red wine vinegar, basil, garlic, salt and black
pepper to the blender container. Process for 30 seconds. With the blender
running,slowlystreamintheoliveoil.Processuntilsmoothandwellcombined.
LemonBasilVinaigrette
Makes1/2cup
Ingredients
2lemons,peeled,sectionedandfinelychopped2tbs.whitewinevinegar1tbs.
vegetable oil 1 tbs. fresh basil, finely chopped 1/4 tsp. black pepper 1/4 tsp.
Tabascosauce
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.Storethedressingintherefrigerator.
BasilRedWineVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
2/3cupoliveoil1/3cupredwinevinegar11/2tsp.salt1tsp.driedbasil1/2tsp.
blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
BasilVinaigrette
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
11/2cupsfreshbasilleaves3tbs.oliveoil3garliccloves,peeled1/4cuplemon
juice1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper3/4cupoliveoil
Directions
Addthebasil,3tablespoonsoliveoil,garlic,lemonjuice,saltandblackpepper
to the blender. Process until smooth. With the blender running, slowly add 3/4
cupoliveoil.Processuntilthedressingissmoothandwellcombined.
BeetVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1largefreshbeet,peeledandtrimmed1/2cupoliveoil2tbs.redwinevinegar
1/2tsp.salt1/4tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Cut the beet into thin wedges. Toss the beet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place
thebeetwedgesonashallowbakingpan.Preheattheovento400°.Bakefor25-
35minutesoruntilthebeetistender.Removethepanfromtheovenandcool
thebeetfor15minutes.
Add the beet, remaining olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and black pepper to a
foodprocessor.Processuntilsmoothandcombined.Pourthedressingthrougha
finesievebutreservetheliquid.Discardthepulpbutsavetheliquid.Theliquid
isyourvinaigrette.
RaspberryVinaigrette
Makes12/3cups
Ingredients
1/3cupraspberryvinegar1/3cupseedlessraspberryjam1tsp.groundallspice
1/2tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper1tbs.raspberryliquor1cupoliveoil
Directions
Addtheraspberryvinegar,jam,allspice,salt,blackpepperandraspberryliquor
totheblender.Processuntilsmooth.Withtheblenderrunning,slowlystreamin
theoliveoil.Processuntilthedressingissmoothandcombined.
OrangeRaspberryVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
1/2 cup orange marmalade 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar 2 tbs. jalapeno pepper,
minced2tbs.mincedfreshcilantro
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Store the
dressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan1week.
GingerVinaigrette
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
11/2"piecefreshginger,peeled1garlicclove
2tbs.ricewinevinegar1tbs.lowsodiumsoysauce1tbs.honey
1/8tsp.crushedredpepperflakes1/4cuppeanutoil1/2tsp.darksesameoil
Directions
Add the ginger and garlic to the food processor. Pulse several times until the
mixtureissmooth.Addthericewinevinegar,soysauce,redpepperflakesand
honey.Processuntilsmooth.
Keep the food processor running and slowly add the peanut and sesame oil.
Processuntilblendedandsmooth.
Thisdressingisgreatasamarinadeforseafood.
GingerCurryVinaigrette
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1/2 cup white wine vinegar 2 1/2 tbs. curry powder 2 tbs. minced fresh ginger
1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper1/4tsp.Tabascosauce11/2cupsoliveoil
Directions
Add the white wine vinegar, curry powder, ginger, salt, black pepper and
Tabasco sauce to a blender. Process until well combined. With the blender
running,slowlystreamintheoliveoil.Processuntilwellcombined.
SageVinaigrette
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
3tbs.champagnevinegar1tbs.granulatedsugar2tbs.choppedfreshsage1tsp.
salt
1/4tsp.blackpepper1/3cupoliveoil2tbs.darksesameoil
Directions
In a small bowl, add the champagne vinegar, granulated sugar, sage, salt and
blackpepper.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Whiskcontinuallyandslowlyaddthe
olive oil and sesame oil. Whisk until well combined. The granulated sugar
shouldbedissolved.
VanillaVinaigrette
Thisisdeliciousoverfruitsaladsorvegetablesalads.
Makes2/3cup
Ingredients
1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 tbs. white wine vinegar 2 tsp. grated onion 1/2 tsp.
drymustard1/4tsp.salt
2tsp.vanillaextract1/2cupvegetableoil
Directions
Add the granulated sugar, white wine vinegar, onion, dry mustard, salt and
vanilla extract to a blender. Process until smooth. With the blender running,
slowlyaddthevegetableoil.Processuntilsmoothandcombined.
GarlicVinaigrette
Makes1cup
Ingredients
4garliccloves,peeled2shallots,peeled1/4cupchoppedfreshparsley1/2tsp.
driedredpepperflakes,crushed1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper2tbs.whitewinevinegar2/3cupoliveoil
Directions
Addthegarlicandshallotstothefoodprocessor.Pulse4times.Addtheparsley,
red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper and white wine vinegar. Process for 20
seconds.Scrapedownthesidesofthebowlifneeded.
Withthefoodprocessorrunning,slowlyaddtheoliveoil.Processuntilblended
andthedressingissmooth.
MustardVinaigrette
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1 cup plain low fat yogurt 2 tbs. mayonnaise 1 tbs. vinegar 2 tsp. prepared
mustard(useyourfavoritebrand)1/8tsp.cayennepepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Refrigerate
thedressinguntilwellchilled.
Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan1week.
LemonDillVinaigrette
Makes2/3cup
Ingredients
1/4cuplemonjuice
1tsp.drieddill
1tsp.garlicsalt
1/2cupoliveoil
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk for 2 minutes. The dressing
shouldbeslightlythickenedandwellcombined.
RoastedBellPepperVinaigrette
Makes12/3cups
Ingredients
2largeredbellpeppers1/4cupredwinevinegar1/4cupchoppedfreshcilantro
2garliccloves,peeled1tbs.granulatedsugar1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper1/2cupvegetableoil
Directions
Preheattheoventothebroilerposition.Lineabakingsheetwithaluminumfoil.
Placetheredbellpeppersonthebaking sheet.Broiltheredpeppersuntil they
are blistered on each side. Turn the peppers frequently so all the sides are
blistered.
RemovethepeppersfromtheovenandplaceinaZiplocbag.Sealthebagand
letthepeppersrestfor10minutes.Removethepeppersfromthebagand peel
theskinfromthepeppers.Removetheseedsfromthepeppersanddiscard.
Inablendercontainer,addtheredbellpeppers,redwinevinegar,cilantro,garlic
cloves, granulated sugar, salt and black pepper. Process the ingredients until
smooth.Scrapedownthesidesoftheblenderifneeded.
Leave the blender running and slowly add the vegetable oil. Process until well
blendedandsmooth.Spoonthedressingintoasmallbowl.Thedressingcanbe
served freshly made or refrigerated until chilled. Stir the dressing again before
servingifrefrigerated.
MustardSeedVinaigrette
Makesabout1/2cup
Ingredients
3tbs.oliveoil2tbs.water
1garlicclove,minced1/2tsp.Dijonmustard1/4tsp.crushedmustardseeds
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined. Refrigerate the dressing until well chilled. Shake the dressing again
beforeserving.
ChiveVinaigrette
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
1/3cupvegetableoil1/4cupredwinevinegar2tbs.mincedfreshchives2tbs.
mincedfreshparsley1/8tsp.salt
1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined.
GarlicChiveVinaigrette
Makes1/2cup
Ingredients
1/3 cup olive oil 3 tbs. balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, pressed 2 tbs. minced
freshchives1/4tsp.salt1/8tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilthe
dressingiswellcombined.Storethedressingcoveredintherefrigerator.
PapayaVinaigretteDressing
Makes2cups
Ingredients
1ripepapaya,peeledandseedsremoved4garliccloves,peeled2tbs.granulated
sugar2tbs.choppedonion1/2tsp.salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper1/2cupwhitewinevinegar1/2cupclubsoda1/2cupolive
oil
Directions
Inafoodprocessor,addthepapaya,garlic,granulatedsugar,onion,salt,black
pepper,whitewinevinegarandclubsoda.Processuntilsmooth.Scrapethebowl
downifneededtomakesurealltheingredientsareincorporated.
Leave the food processor running and slowly add the olive oil to the food
processor.Processuntilthedressingiscombinedandsmooth.
PoblanoVinaigrette
Makesabout11/4cups
Ingredients
2poblanochilepeppers6tomatillos
1/2cupchoppedonion2peeledgarliccloves11/2cupsfreshcilantroleaves3
tbs.oliveoil2tbs.limejuice1tsp.lightbrownsugar1/2tsp.blackpepper
Directions
Preheattheoventothebroilerposition.Lineabakingsheetwithaluminumfoil.
Placethepoblanopeppersonthebakingsheet.Broilthepeppersuntiltheyare
blisteredoneachside.Turnthepeppersfrequentlysoallthesidesareblistered.
RemovethepeppersfromtheovenandplaceinaZiplocbag.Sealthebagand
letthepeppersrestfor10minutes.Removethepeppersfromthebagand peel
theskinfromthepeppers.Removetheseedsfromthepeppersanddiscard.
In a sauce pan over medium heat, add the tomatillos, onion and garlic. Add
enough water to cover the tomatillos in the pan. Bring the tomatillos to a boil.
Cookfor10minutes.Removethepanfromtheheatanddrainoffalltheliquid.
Addthepoblanopeppers,tomatillomixture,cilantroleaves,oliveoil,limejuice,
brown sugar and black pepper to a blender. Process until the dressing is well
combinedandsmooth.
Servethedressingfreshlymadeorchilled.
EarlGreyVinaigrette
Makesabout11/3cups
Ingredients
1/3 cup white wine vinegar 2 Earl Grey tea bags 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp.
salt
1/2tsp.blackpepper1cupcanolaoil1/4cupmincedfreshbasil
Directions
In a small sauce pan over low heat, add the white wine vinegar. Bring the
vinegar to a boil. When the vinegar boils, remove the pan from the heat. In a
smallcup,addtheteabags.Pourthevinegarovertheteabags.Lettheteasteep
for30minutes.Removetheteabagsanddiscard.
Add the vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper and canola oil to a blender.
Process until the dressing is smooth and combined. Spoon the dressing into a
smallbowl.Stirinthebasilbeforeserving.
FreshMintFruitSaladDressing
Makesabout2/3cup
Ingredients
1cupgranulatedsugar1/2cupwater1/2cupfreshmintleaves
Directions
In a sauce pan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar and water. Stir
constantlyandbringthewatertoaboil.Whenthewaterboils,removethepan
fromtheheat.
Addthewaterandsugarmixturealongwiththemintleavestoablender.Process
until the leaves are finely chopped. Pour the dressing into a small bowl. Cover
thebowlandrefrigerateuntilwellchilled.
OrangeCoconutFruitSaladDressing
Makesabout11/3cups
Ingredients
1tsp.gratedorangezest1/4cupsweetenedflakedcoconut1cupmayonnaise1/2
cupheavywhippingcream,whipped
Directions
Addtheorangezest,coconutandmayonnaisetoasmallbowl.Whiskuntilwell
blended. Gently fold in the whipped cream. Cover the dressing and chill for 2
hoursbeforeserving.
Gentlyfoldthedressingintoanyfruitsaladoruseasafruitdip.
SweetPoppySeedFruitorVegetable
SaladDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1/3cuporangejuice1/3cupvegetableoil1/4cuphoney1tsp.lemonjuice1tbs.
poppyseeds1/2tsp.salt1/2tsp.yellowpreparedmustard
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk until well combined. Store the
dressingcoveredintherefrigeratornolongerthan3days.
OrangeRumFruitSaladDressing
Makes2/3cup
Ingredients
1/3cuporangejuice3tbs.vegetableoil2tbs.lightbrownsugar1tbs.rum
1/4tsp.salt1/2tsp.paprika
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoaglassjar.Placethelidonthejarandshakeuntilwell
combined. Refrigerate the dressing for 1 hour before using. Shake the dressing
againbeforeusing.
Pourthedressingoveryourfavoritefruitsalad.
TangyCoconutFruitDressing
Makesabout2cups
Ingredients
15oz.cancreamofcoconut6oz.canfrozenlemonadeconcentrate,thawed
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoamixingbowl.Whiskuntilwellcombined.Serveover
yourfavoritefruitsalad.
Thedressingwillkeepabout1weekintherefrigerator.
You can add 8 oz. to 12 oz. softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons brown
sugartothedressingforatangyfruitdip.Sprinklethetopofthedipwithtoasted
coconutbeforeserving.
PeanutFruitSaladDressing
Makesabout11/2cups
Ingredients
7 oz. jar marshmallow creme 1/3 cup pineapple juice 1 tsp. vanilla or almond
extract2tsp.lemonjuice1cupsaltedpeanuts,chopped
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Stiruntilwellcombined.Coverthebowl
and refrigerate until well chilled. Serve the dressing over your favorite fruit
salad.
MarmaladeFruitDressing
Makesabout21/2cups
Ingredients
8oz.pkg.creamcheese,softened1cupsourcream1/3cuporangemarmalade2
tbs.lightbrownsugar
Directions
Inamixingbowl,addthecreamcheese.Usingamixeronmediumspeed,beat
untilthecreamcheeseislightandfluffy.Thiswilltakeseveralminutestofluff
thecreamcheese.
Add the sour cream, orange marmalade and brown sugar. Beat until well
combinedandsmooth.Servethedressingoveryourfavoritefruitsalad.
CookedFruitSaladDressing
Makes11/4cups
Ingredients
1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice 2 tbs. frozen orange juice concentrate,
thawed2tbs.lemonjuice2tbs.honey
1egg,beaten
3tbs.nonfatdrymilkpowder2tbs.plus1tsp.icecoldwater
Directions
In a small sauce pan over medium low heat, add the pineapple juice, orange
juice, lemon juice, honey and egg. Stir constantly and cook until the mixture
thickens and will coat the back of a spoon. Remove the pan from the heat and
coolcompletelybeforeusing.
While the mixture is cooling, add the dry milk powder to a mixing bowl. Add
themixerbeaterstothebowl.Placethebowlinthefreezer.Whenthebowland
mixerbeatersarefrozen,removethemfromthefreezer.Addtheicecoldwater
andbeatonhighspeedwithamixeruntilstiffpeaksform.
Gently fold the juice mixture from the sauce pan into the mixing bowl. Spoon
the dressing into an airtight container and chill before using. Gently fold the
dressingintoyourfavoritefruitsalad.
CitrusDressing
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1/2 tsp. grated orange zest 2/3 cup orange juice 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest 1/3
cuplemonjuice1/3cuplightbrownsugar3"cinnamonstick1/2tsp.cornstarch
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a sauce pan over medium heat. Stir constantly while
makingthedressing.Bringthedressingtoaboil.Boilfor1minute.Removethe
panfromtheheatandcoolbeforeusing.
This dressing is designed for a fruit salad. Omit the cinnamon stick and it is
refreshingonamixedgreensalad.
CeleryHoneyDressing
Servethisdressingoverafruitsaladormixedgreens.
Makes13/4cups
Ingredients
1/2cupgranulatedsugar1tsp.drymustard1tsp.paprika1/4tsp.salt
1/3cuphoney
1tbs.lemonjuice1/4cupvinegar1cupvegetableoil1tsp.gratedonion1tsp.
celeryseeds
Directions
Inablender,addthegranulatedsugar,drymustard,paprika,salt,honey,lemon
juice and vinegar. Blend until well combined. Turn the blender to low. Slowly
drizzleinthevegetableoil.
Pour the dressing into an airtight container. Stir in the onion and celery seeds.
Store the dressing covered in the refrigerator. The dressing will keep about 2
weeks.
MintDressing
Usethisdressingonmostfruitsalads.
Makesabout1cup
Ingredients
1cupsourcream2tbs.mincedfreshmint2tbs.powderedsugar1/4tsp.ground
cardamom1dropgreenfoodcoloring,optional
Directions
Addalltheingredientstoasmallbowl.Whiskuntilcombined.Coverthebowl
andrefrigerateatleast30minutesbeforeserving.
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