Salad Cream
Elevate your salad game with this creamy, tangy homemade Salad Cream recipe—a British classic that’s effortlessly fresh and flavorful. Made with silky egg yolks, punchy mustard powder, and a splash of white wine vinegar, this luscious dressing strikes the perfect balance between richness and zing. A slow emulsification of sunflower oil creates its signature velvety texture, while double cream, lemon juice, and a hint of seasoning tie it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile condiment is ideal for drizzling over crisp greens, slathering on sandwiches, or serving as a dip. Packed with bold flavors and a homemade touch, this Salad Cream is sure to become your new favorite kitchen staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
- 2 teaspoons Caster sugar
- 150 milliliters Sunflower oil
- 2 tablespoons Double cream
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper
Instructions
Place the egg yolks, white wine vinegar, mustard powder, and caster sugar into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
Slowly drizzle the sunflower oil into the bowl while continuously whisking. This should create a thick and creamy emulsion.
Once all the oil has been incorporated, whisk in the double cream, lemon juice, salt, and ground white pepper.
Taste the salad cream and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper to suit your preference.
Transfer the salad cream to a clean jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve as a rich and tangy dressing for your favorite salads, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.6 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 15 mg | 0% | |
*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.
