Behind every delicious salad lies a stunning dressing. Fresh vegetables may be ordinary, but a spoonful of cleverly prepared dressing can elevate simple ingredients, even making family members love fruits and vegetables they previously avoided. Homemade dressings are not only healthy and additive-free, but they also save money and space compared to repeatedly buying bottled salad dressings, and allow for creative expression, adapting to different dishes.

Light Vinaigrette

Taste Highlights: Rich olive oil paired with sweet balsamic vinegar, suitable for everything.

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Best paired with common leafy greens or steamed vegetables, and can also add a refreshing flavor to richer dishes.

Lemon Mustard Sauce

Flavor Highlights: Lemon adds flavor, mustard enhances aroma, refreshing and rich.

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon mustard sauce
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions: Mix all ingredients together.

Honey Mustard Sauce

Flavor Highlights: Sweet with a hint of mustard, smooth texture, rich flavor.

• ⅔ cup whole egg mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon mustard sauce
• 1 teaspoon coarse mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• A pinch of sea salt and black pepper

Instructions: Mix well. Suitable for dipping chicken nuggets, fries, or serving with salads.

Asian-Style Sweet Chili Sauce

Flavor Highlights: Slightly spicy and sweet, suitable for Asian-style salads or wraps.

• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce (or honey)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice/rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions: Mix all ingredients together.

Thai Refreshing Sauce

Flavor Highlights: Balanced sweet and sour flavors, refreshing with a touch of Southeast Asian flair.

• 3 tablespoons lime juice or rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or more soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• ¼ teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• ¼ teaspoon minced fresh ginger

Instructions: Mix well.

Peanut Butter Seasoning

Flavor Highlights: Rich peanut flavor, especially delicious with salads and spring rolls.

• ¼ cup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce/honey/maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons lime juice/rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions: Mix all ingredients and stir until smooth.

Classic Pesto Salad Dressing

Flavor Highlights: Basil pesto is fragrant, blended with olive oil and lemon juice, perfect for Italian salads.

• ½ cup pesto
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions: Mix all ingredients together.

Avocado Ranch Dressing

Flavor Highlights: Rich and creamy, with a smooth avocado flavor, garnished with fresh herbs.

• 1 avocado
• ¼ cup fresh parsley
• ¼ cup fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon chives
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions: Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.

Caesar Sauce

Flavor Highlights: The combination of mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese creates a savory and layered flavor.

• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions: Mix well.

French Tartar Sauce

Flavor Highlights: A sweet, sour, and savory sauce, perfect for potato salads and as a dip.

• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon pickled green peas
• 1 tablespoon chopped pickles
• ½ tablespoon chopped red onion
• 1 tablespoon chopped dill (optional)
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions: Mix all ingredients together.

Greek Yogurt Cucumber Sauce

Taste Highlights: Cucumber and yogurt create a Mediterranean feel, refreshing and not greasy.

• 1 small cucumber (shredded and drained)
• 1 tablespoon chopped dill
• 1 tablespoon chopped mint
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon minced garlic
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions: Mix all ingredients.

Mexican Avocado Sauce

Taste Highlights: The combination of avocado and yogurt, complemented by cilantro, is refreshing and light.

• 1 avocado
• ⅓ cup plain yogurt
• ½ bunch cilantro
• ½ teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1~2 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)

Instructions: Mash the avocado and mix with the remaining ingredients.

Tips and Creative Suggestions

• You can add minced garlic, hot sauce, maple syrup, fresh herbs, different types of vinegar, etc., according to your personal taste.
• We recommend using sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavor.
• For a richer texture, you can add pumpkin seeds, pine nuts, sesame seeds, sliced ​​hard-boiled eggs, or goat cheese.

The secret to transforming simple vegetables lies in a heartfelt homemade sauce. From today onward, cooking doesn’t need to be complicated; pure deliciousness and health can be achieved with a simple stir.