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Home » Recipes » Creamy Balsamic Dressing

Creamy Balsamic Dressing

Published: Apr 26, 2022 · Modified: Apr 28, 2022 by Tara Smithson

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This Creamy Balsamic Dressing only takes five minutes to make and is perfect on pretty much every salad you could think of! The homemade dressing packs loads of flavor & is a must try!

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The Best Creamy Balsamic Salad Dressing

Creamy and Dreamy are the perfect words to describe this homemade salad dressing. It is absolutely delicious and is the ideal choice for any kind of greens.

I love salad dressings made from home particularly because I don't like the long list of unknown ingredients that go into store bought salad dressings. It is way too simple to make them at home and much more healthy and fresh.

You absolutely have to try this dressing with my Spring Berry & Feta Salad recipe!

If you love homemade salad dressings, be sure to check out these recipes:

Greek Dressing

Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dressing

Spicy Honey Mustard

Homemade Blue Cheese

Why You'll Love This Salad Dressing:

  • It's simple to make and blends up in 5 minutes
  • The recipe is delicious and tangy
  • It makes over a cup of dressing, so you can store the leftovers in the fridge for up to a week
  • This salad dressing tastes great on everything!
bottle full of creamy balsamic dressing

Frequently Asked Questions About The Recipe:

Can I leave the mayonnaise out of the recipe?

The mayonnaise is what creates the creamy texture for this dressing. If you don't eat mayonnaise, you could substitute it with greek yogurt, but you will end up with a more sour, tangy taste.

Do I need to refrigerate the salad dressing?

Yes, the dressing tastes best cold and should be refrigerated.

Can I use a different type of vinegar?

Balsamic vinegar needs to be used in the recipe for its specific rich, dark flavor. It's so yummy. You won't regret the store run.

The Ingredients

ingredients for creamy balsamic dressing

Olive Oil- The base of the dressing and rich in healthy fats and antioxidants

Balsamic Vinegar- Deep, rich vinegar ideal for this recipe

Mayonnaise- Creates a creamy textured dressing

Honey- Just a touch for sweetness

Dijon Mustard- Adds tangy flavor & contributes to the creaminess

Garlic- For bold flavor

Salt and Pepper- To season the homemade dressing

How to Make Creamy Balsamic Dressing:

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Add all the ingredients into the large bowl (if using an immersion blender) or food processor and blend until completely combined.

creamy balsamic dressing after immersion blended

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!!

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Creamy Balsamic Dressing


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  • Author: Tara Smithson
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
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Description

This Creamy Balsamic Dressing only takes five minutes to make and is perfect on pretty much every salad you could think of! This homemade dressing packs loads of flavor & is a must try!


Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (I prefer Hellmans)
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Add all the ingredients into a large bowl (if using an immersion blender) or food processor and blend until completely combined.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!!

Equipment

Immersion Blender

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  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Refrigerate: 30 minutes
  • Category: salad dressing
  • Method: immersion blended
  • Cuisine: italian

Keywords: creamy balsamic salad dressing, homemade salad dressing, balsamic vinaigrette, salad dressing recipes

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Storing the Recipe:

Store the leftover dressing in a sealed container for up to one week in the fridge.

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About Tara Smithson

Hi! I'm Tara with Simply Made Eats. Total foodie turned food blogger. I have been cooking simple, delicious meals for my family & friends for the last decade. I love creating real recipes with fresh ingredients & sharing my recipes for others to create in their own kitchens.

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  1. Robert

    April 27, 2022 at 2:12 am

    This was so good!

    ★★★★★

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