Salad Dressings

by Eva Katz©

To prepare the following, whisk all ingredients in a small bowl or shake in a jar until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Calories per tablespoon: 70

• ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

• ¼ cup water

• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

• 2 teaspoons minced shallot or red onion

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1 teaspoon honey

• ½ teaspoon dried oregano

• Salt and pepper

Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Calories per tablespoon: 62

• ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

• ¼ cup water

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1 teaspoon honey

• 1 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, basil

• Salt and pepper

Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

Calories per tablespoon: 51

• 1/3 cup safflower oil

• ¼ cup water

• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar

• ¼ cup Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons honey

• Salt and pepper

Ranch Dressing

Calories per tablespoon: 76

• ¼ cup buttermilk

• ¼ cup light mayonnaise

• ¼ cup lowfat sour cream

• 2 tablespoon water

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon dried dill

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and pepper

Sesame Dressing

Calories per tablespoon: 83

• 2 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 2 tablespoons water

• 1 teaspoon minced shallot or scallions

• ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger

• ½ teaspoon Asian chile-garlic sauce

• 1 teaspoon honey

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

• Salt and pepper

Mash avocado in jar until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and shake until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.

Avocado-Citrus Dressing

Calories per tablespoon: 51

½ avocado

• 2 teaspoons chopped shallots or red onion (optional)

• 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

• 3 tablespoons water

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

• Pinch of chile powder

• Salt and pepper to taste