5 Homemade Dressings

Elevate your salads with these delicious and easy-to-make homemade dressings. Each one offers a unique blend of flavors to complement your fresh greens and vegetables. Follow the simple instructions to create dressings that are bursting with freshness and taste.

Lemon and Basil Dressing

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 clove minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a small container, combine lemon juice, olive oil, basil, and minced garlic.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Whisk until well combined.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Honey Mustard Dressing

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a small container, combine Dijon mustard, honey, and white wine vinegar.
2. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Ginger and Soy Dressing

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 cup sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a small container, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and honey.
2. Slowly whisk in the sesame oil until well combined.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Avocado and Lemon Dressing

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, cilantro, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Slowly add olive oil while blending until well combined.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Mint and Yogurt Dressing

Ingredients:

• 1 cup natural yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a small container, combine yogurt, mint, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Whisk until well combined.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Drizzle over fresh green salads, pasta salads, or roasted vegetables.
• Use as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu.
• Serve as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables, bread, or grilled meats.

Enjoy these delicious homemade dressings and elevate your meals with their freshness and unique taste! 🥗✨