Creamy Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this rich and velvety Creamy Salad Dressing—a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly sweet flavors. Made with a luscious combination of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt, this dressing achieves its ultra-creamy texture through a drizzle of olive oil for smooth emulsification. Bright notes of freshly squeezed lemon juice and white wine vinegar pair beautifully with Dijon mustard's gentle tang, while a hint of honey and garlic adds depth and complexity. Fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or chives (optional but highly encouraged) bring a pop of vibrant freshness to every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, spreading on wraps, or serving as a dip. Plus, it’s easy to store, making it a handy addition to your fridge for up to 5 days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic (minced or grated)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, dill, or chives, finely chopped, optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well integrated.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk. This helps to emulsify the dressing, giving it a creamy and slightly thick consistency.
Add the lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Whisk again to blend the flavors together.
Stir in the minced garlic and honey to add a touch of sweet and savory balance.
Season the dressing with salt and ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
If desired, fold in the finely chopped fresh herbs to give the dressing an extra layer of freshness and complexity.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or jar, and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Serve drizzled over your favorite salad, or use as a dip or spread. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.6 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1004 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 122 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
