Swiss Basic Salad Dressing
Transform your salads with the smooth and creamy flavors of Swiss Basic Salad Dressing, a simple yet versatile recipe that elevates any dish. Made in just 5 minutes with pantry staples like white wine vinegar, sunflower oil, and heavy cream, this dressing strikes the perfect balance of tangy, rich, and slightly sweet. A pinch of sugar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper enhance the flavor profile, while a splash of water helps create a beautifully emulsified texture. Whether drizzled over crisp greens or used as a marinade, this classic Swiss dressing is a must-have in your recipe repertoire—easy to whip up and endlessly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 6 tablespoons Sunflower oil (or a neutral oil)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the white wine vinegar and sugar.
Stir or shake until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Add the sunflower oil, heavy cream, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and water.
Whisk vigorously or close the jar tightly and shake well until the ingredients are fully emulsified and creamy.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning (such as salt, pepper, or sugar) as needed, depending on your preference.
Use immediately to dress your salad, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Shake or stir well before serving if it settles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.0 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1191 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 29 mg | 1% | |
*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.
