I put this creamy salad dressing on everything, but it’s particularly delicious on my Strawberry Spinach Salad or a Simple Tossed Green Salad.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients In Creamy Balsamic Dressing
Easy ingredients can make the most delicious homemade salad dressing! Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Balsamic Vinegar: The main flavor in any recipe for balsamic dressing, this rich, aged vinegar has umami flavor notes as well as hints of sour and bitterness. Olive Oil: Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil when making salad dressings. It makes all the difference. Greek Yogurt: Regular full-fat Greek yogurt is ideal, although you can also make this dressing with low-fat yogurt, mayonnaise, or even sour cream. Dijon Mustard: This adds a bit of tang and creaminess. Honey: Sweetness comes from just a tablespoon of honey. Seasonings: salt, pepper, and garlic powder finish up this tasty dressing.
How To Make Creamy Balsamic Dressing
Recipe Tips
Make it Vegan: Use a non-dairy yogurt and sweeten the balsamic dressing with maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey. Add Poppyseeds: When I make my Spinach and Strawberry salad with this dressing, I add a tablespoon of poppy seeds for a bit of crunch!More Flavor: Any fresh or dried herbs that you enjoy can be added to this dressing. I suggest using a half teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Adjust the consistency: If you find that your dressing is too thick, simply add a splash of water to thin it out. If you want it to be thicker, add more yogurt.
Storing Tips for Homemade Salad Dressings
This homemade balsamic dressing can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It will likely separate after sitting in the fridge for a while. Simply shake it back up or whisk until it comes back together again before serving.
What To Serve With Creamy Balsamic Dressing
Try these other fresh homemade salad recipes. They each include a recipe for a tasty salad dressing too, or you can try them with this dressing instead!
Kale SaladGreek SaladCobb SaladPanzanella SaladWedge Salad
Use creamy balsamic as a sauce too! It’s delicious drizzled over roasted broccolini, steamed cauliflower, or grilled chicken. This easy Creamy Balsamic Dressing is so delicious on all types of salads! Mix up a batch now, and Pin the recipe so you can make it again later. © Little Sunny Kitchen
