Three of Our Favorite Homemade Dressings
Why make your own salad dressing when there are isles filled with so many pre-made dressing options in the supermarket? Well, pre-made dressings are often high in sodium, contain inflammatory oils, and are filled with preservatives as well as other additives like gums, thickeners, and even food coloring. When you make your own dressings, you can control exactly what is inside and you can customize it to your taste preference. Scroll down to get the recipes for three of our current favorite homemade salad dressings: Balsamic-Maple Dressing, Apple Cider Vinaigrette, and Poppy Seed Dressing.
Balsamic-Maple Dressing
Ingredients:
1/4 cup good quality balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup good quality olive oil * (see below for some of our favorites brands!)
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 teaspoons stone ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove of garlic, sliced paper thin
1/2 teaspoon salt
few cracks of pepper
How To: combine all ingredients in a mason jar with a tight fitting lid and shake vigorously to combine. Taste and adjust if needed.
Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup good quality olive oil
2 teaspoons pure honey
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1 small shallot, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
few cracks of pepper
How To: combine all ingredients in a mason jar with a tight fitting lid and shake vigorously to combine. Taste and adjust if needed.
Poppy Seed Dressing
Ingredients:
1/4 white wine vinegar or champagne vinegar
1/2 cup good quality olive oil
2 teaspoons sour cream, greek yogurt or mayo (dairy or dairy-free)
1/2 teaspoon grainy mustard or dijon
1/2 teaspoon salt
few cracks of black pepper
2 tablespoons of sugar (or honey)
1 small shallot or red onion, finely minced
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
How To: combine all ingredients in a mason jar with a tight fitting lid and shake vigorously to combine. Taste and adjust if needed.
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