Once you have the basic vinaigrette down, there are so many variations you can make based on what you have on hand. Here are a few multiple purpose dressings. They are all quite easy to make.
Basic Balsamic Vinaigrette
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
3 tbsp Simply For Life olive oil
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Zesty Italian Dressing
3 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 small squirt of Dijon mustard
1/4 cup Simply For Life olive oil
1/2 tsp onion powder
1-2 cloves finely minced garlic
1/2 tsp each of thyme, basil, and oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Sweet Cider Dressing
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
2 tbsp Simply For Life olive oil
1 tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp lemon juice
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Creamy Sweet Dressing
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp honey
2 tsp water
2 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Honey Mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Simply For Life olive oil
1 tsp mustard
1 tbsp honey
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Basic Vinaigrette
1/2 cup Simply For Life olive oil
1/4 cup organic apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp Dijon
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Sweet and Sour Maple Dressing
1/3 cup Simply For Life olive oil
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup Balsamic vinegar
Juice of 1 lemon
2 cloves minced garlic
Pinch of salt and pepper
Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.
Poppy Seed Dressing
3 tbsp raw honey
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp poppy seeds
3/4 cup Greek yogurt
Combine ingredients and refrigerate until well chilled.