Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes for Vegetarians

Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette

Whisk together 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove minced garlic, salt, and pepper. This tangy vinaigrette pairs well with mixed greens and roasted vegetables.

Lemon Tahini Dressing

Blend 1/4 cup tahini, juice of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 2-3 tbsp water until smooth. This creamy, nutty dressing is perfect for kale salads or grain bowls.

Avocado Lime Dressing

Puree 1 ripe avocado, juice of 2 limes, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, salt, and pepper. This rich, creamy dressing adds a fresh, zesty flavor to any salad.

Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing

Mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, juice of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tsp dried dill, salt, and pepper. This creamy, tangy dressing is perfect for cucumber or potato salads.

Garlic Herb Dressing

Whisk together 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, 2 cloves minced garlic, salt, and pepper. This classic Italian dressing is perfect for garden salads.

Cucumber Dill Dressing

Blend 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried dill, salt, and pepper. This refreshing dressing is great for cucumber or tomato salads.

Raspberry Vinaigrette

Blend 1/2 cup fresh raspberries, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, salt, and pepper. This fruity, tangy dressing is ideal for spinach or mixed green salads with nuts and cheese.

Smoky Chipotle Dressing

Mix 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp adobo sauce from canned chipotles, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, salt, and pepper. This smoky, spicy dressing pairs well with corn and black bean salads.

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