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!
Creamy and Dreamy are the perfect words to describe this homemade balsamic 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.
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Why You'll Love This Homemade Salad Dressing:
- Quick and Easy. It's simple to make and blends up in 5 minutes.
- Flavor Packed. The recipe is delicious and tangy and tastes great on everything!
- No Weird Ingredients. Skip the preservatives in the store-bought dressing and make it homemade.
- Save the Leftovers for the Week. It makes over a cup of dressing, so you can store the leftovers in the fridge for up to a week
You absolutely have to try this dressing with my Spring Berry & Feta Salad recipe or toss it into my Pear and Arugula Salad.
The Ingredients:
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. I prefer Hellmann's mayo.
Honey- Just a touch for sweetness.
Dijon Mustard- Adds tangy flavor & contributes to the creaminess.
See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and quantities.
How to Make Creamy Balsamic Dressing (Step by Step Instructions):
Step 1: Add all the ingredients into the large bowl (if using an immersion blender) or food processor and blend until completely combined.
Step 2: Pour into a container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Step 3: Enjoy tossed and drizzled over your favorite salads.
Expert Tip:
Use a food processor or immersion blender to get the thick, creamy texture. A whisk will be really difficult to get the perfect texture.
For more Salad recipe ideas, try this Crunchy Kale Salad, Southwest Chicken Salad, and Chopped Italian Salad.
Recipe FAQs:
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.
Yes, the dressing tastes best cold and should be refrigerated.
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.
Storing the Recipe:
Store the leftover dressing in a sealed container for up to one week in the fridge.
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Creamy Balsamic Dressing
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
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
- ¾ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 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 on your favorite salads!
Equipment
Notes
- This salad dressing stays good in the fridge for up to a week.
- The food processor or immersion blender gives the dressing an extra thick creamy texture. This texture is hard to achieve if just whisked.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Refrigerate: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: salad dressing
- Method: immersion blended
- Cuisine: italian
Marleen Goldstein says
So easy & Delicious.
Tara Smithson says
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for the review.
Robert says
This was so good!