8 Delicious and Healthy Salad Dressings

Below: Learn how to make 8 different healthy salad dressings so that you can keep eating your favorite salads even if you are on an anti-inflammatory diet.

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8 healthy salad dressings

Salads are delicious and refreshing, especially on a hot summer day and they are a perfect way to satisfy our cravings for something filling. With that said, simply eating a salad doesn’t mean we are being healthy.

It is easy to think that we are making a better choice by ordering a salad at a restaurant. However, the type of dressing you choose makes a big difference. Many dressings served at restaurants are full of sodium, vegetable oil, or creamy ingredients that are loaded with saturated fat.

Making your own salad can help, but store bought dressings often have similar ingredients. That is why it is important to learn how to make homemade salad dressings with healthy ingredients. If you do that, you can be sure that the salad you are eating is contributing to a more healthy diet.

Today, I am going to share 8 healthy salad dressings that, for the most part, will only take you 5 minutes each to prepare!

What are the benefits of making homemade salad dressings?

Homemade salad dressings can be much more healthy than store bought because you can control the ingredients that they are made with. Here are some specific reasons why homemade salad dressings can be more healthy:

  • You control the ingredients. Like I mentioned above, store bought dressings are often filled with oils that contribute to inflammation, so it is best if you can choose your own ingredients.
  • They only take 5 minutes to make. The process is super simple. In most case, you just have to combine the ingredients and mix them up!
  • They are delicious. Homemade dressings are almost always going to taste better than what you buy at the store, because you can decide the amount and type of seasonings to add.
  • They are versatile. Aside from using them on salads, you can use them as dips or marinades too!

Keep reading to find out how to make all 8!

1. Creamy Cilantro and Avocado Salad Dressing

Creamy cilantro and avocado healthy salad dressing

Ingredients:

  • 1 Ripe Avocado
  • 1/2 Cup of Water
  • 1/2 Cup of chopped cilantro
  • 4 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • Salt and Black Pepper to Taste
  • 1/2 Jalapeno (optional)

Preparation: Blend all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and add to a container with a lid. This can be refrigerated for up to two weeks. If you are using it after storing in the refrigerator, stir or shake before serving.

2. Honey Mustard Salad Dressing

Honey Mustard Salad Dressing in a glass bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Lime Zest
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoon Lime Juice
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon Honey
  • 1 Teaspoon Mustard
  • 3 Tablespoons of finely chopped Parsley
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Preparation: Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until well combined. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, but shake well before using.

3. Creamy Sesame Seed Salad Dressing

Creamy Sesame Seed Salad Dressing

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 Cup Avocado Oil
  • 1/4 Cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 1/4 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Preparation: Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and mix well. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

4. Blueberry Vinaigrette

Blueberry Vinaigrette in a bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup Bluberries
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon Honey
  • Pinch of Salt

Preparation: Blend all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Put in a container with a lid and serve fresh. This dressing is best served immediately so make only the amount that you will use in the same day.

5. Spicy Lime Salad Dressing

Spicy Lime Dressing with red pepper flakes

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 Cup White Vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Preparation: Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

6. Sweet Balsamic Salad Dressing

Sweet Balsamic Dressing in a bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Honey
  • 1 Tablespoon Mustard
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste
  • 2 Tablespoons Water

Preparation: Mix all of the ingredients using a small whisk or fork and serve with your favorite salads. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

7. Healthy Basil Vinaigrette

Healthy Basil Vinaigrette in a bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 1/4 Cup Parsley
  • 1 Garlic Clove, chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Honey
  • 4 Tablespoons Lime Juice
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Preparation: Blend all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

8. Healthy Ranch Dressing

Healthy Ranch Dressing in a bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 Cup Unflavored Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 2 Tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
  • Salt to Taste

Preparation: Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and add a few teaspoons of water if you want a thinner consistency. Add salt to taste and serve with your favorite salads or as a dip. This can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Say goodbye to boring salads and try all of these dressings today. Aside from being full of vitamins and minerals, they will add so much flavor!

Which one was your favorite?

Healthy Ranch Dressing in a bowl

8 Delicious and Healthy Salad Dressings

Say goodbye to boring, unhealthy salads with these 8 delicious salad dressings that you can make in 5 minutes or less.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, salads
Cuisine American, salads
Servings 256 1 Tablespoon Servings
Calories 20 kcal

Ingredients
  

Creamy Cilantro and Avocado Dressing

  • 1 Avocado Ripe
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 4 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Lime The Juice
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
  • 1/2 Jalapeno Optional

Honey Mustard Dressing

  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 Tsp Lime Zest
  • 1 1/2 Tsp Lime Juice
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 Tsp Mustard
  • 3 Tbsp Parsley Finely Chopped
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste

Creamy Sesame Seed Dressing

  • 1/4 Cup Avocado Oil
  • 1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Sesame Seeds Toasted
  • 1/4 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste

Bluberry Vinaigrette

  • 1 Cup Blueberries
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 Pinch Salt

Spicy Lime Dressing

  • 1/4 Cup White Vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste

Sweet Balsamic Dressing

  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 Tbsp Mustard
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
  • 2 Tbsp Water

Healthy Basil Vinaigrette

  • 1 Cup Fresh Basil
  • 1/4 Cup Parsley
  • 1 Garlic Clove Minced
  • 1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Honey
  • 4 Tbsp Lime Juice
  • Salt and Pepper To Taste
  • 2 Tbsp Water

Healthy Ranch Dressing

  • 1/2 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Dill Finely Chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Lime Juice
  • Salt To Taste

Instructions
 

Creamy Cilantro and Avocado Dressing

  • Blend all of the ingredients until smooth. Can be stored in refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Honey Mustard Dressing

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Can be stored in the referigerator for up to 10 days.

Creamy Sesame Seed Dressing

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Can be stored in the referigerator for up to 7 days.

Blueberry Vinaigrette

  • Blend all of the ingredients until smooth. Serve immediately.

Spicy Lime Dressing

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Can be stored in the referigerator for up to 14 days.

Sweet Balsamic Dressing

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Can be stored in the referigerator for up to 14 days.

Healthy Basil Vinaigrette

  • Blend all of the ingredients until smooth. Can be stored in refrigerator for up to 4 days. .

Healthy Ranch Dressing

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Can be stored in the referigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Tablespoon ServingCalories: 20kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.02mgSodium: 2mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 23IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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8 Delicious and Healthy Salad Dressings
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