5 Ridiculously Easy Salad Dressings You Can Make at Home

Life is too short to deprive yourself of a perfectly crisp salad or a refreshing bowl of greens with the right dressing. Here are some ridiculously easy salad dressings you can whip up at home with minimal ingredients, ensuring your salads are always delightful and satisfying.

Classic Vinaigrette

Ingredients:
- 3 parts olive oil
- 1 part vinegar (balsamic, red wine, or apple cider)
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Whisk together the vinegar, salt, and pepper.
2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until emulsified.

Lemon Dressing

Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
2. Whisk until well mixed.

Creamy Yogurt Dressing

Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.

Honey Mustard Dressing

Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:
1. Whisk all ingredients together until well combined.

Garlic and Herb Dressing

Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh or dried herbs like basil or oregano

Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients.
2. Whisk until mixed.

Peanut Dressing Variation - Scratch Ranch

If you are feeling adventurous, here’s a fun recipe for Scratch Ranch, a creamy and vibrant dressing.

Ingredients:

1 egg 1 tablespoon mustard powder Juice from half a lemon 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 2 cups neutral oil 1 cup buttermilk 1 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients except for the oil to a blender and blend on low speed.
2. Slowly drizzle in the neutral oil while blending.
3. Continue blending until the mixture is well combined.
4. Slowly add 1 cup of buttermilk and 1 cup of sour cream, blending until fully incorporated.

Feel free to customize these dressings to your liking by modifying the ratios or adding additional seasonings like herbs, spices, or sweeteners. Grab a blender, gather your ingredients, and enjoy your salads!