Five Healthier Salad Dressings You Can Make at Home
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 shallot minced 1/4 teaspoon agave nectar 1 teaspoon fresh chive, finely chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and use immediately. Chef's Recommendation: Best served with grilled seafood.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 scallion, finely chopped Pinch of red chili flakes Instructions: Whisk all ingredients together. Chef's Recommendation: Best spooned over grilled salmon and brown rice.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sherry vinegar 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 ounces fresh parmesan cheese, finely grated 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard I shallot, minced 4 sprigs thyme, picked and chopped Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a bowl to combine. Chef's Recommendation: Enjoy over grilled asparagus and mushrooms.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt 1/2 cup light sour cream 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/2 cup low fat blue cheese crumbles, room temperature 1 garlic clove, finely minced 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a bowl and store in the fridge for at least two hours before using. Chef's Recommendation: Try this as a healthier dip for baked chicken wings.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 shallot, minced 4 basil leaves, chopped 1 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Chef's Recommendation: Try it on a simple green salad or Greek salad. And remember, as long as you're using fresh herbs and quality ingredients, don't be afraid to experiment. "As a chef, I firmly believe a recipe is a guideline, not a mandate," says Balick. "You should feel comfortable changing flavors or using unexpected dressings on a meal depending on what you’re craving." Well, one thing is for sure: We're definitely craving salad.