The Perfect Dressing: The Easy, Long-Stopping Recipe for Restaurant-Quality Salads at Home | February 3, 2025

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The Perfect Dressing: The Easy, Long-Lasting Recipe for Restaurant-Quality Salads at Home

When it comes to salads, the dressing can truly make or break the dish. A well-crafted dressing elevates fresh vegetables, greens, and toppings, transforming an ordinary salad into something spectacular. But the good news is, you don’t need to be a chef to make a dressing that rivals those served in high-end restaurants. With a few simple ingredients and a little know-how, you can create a perfect, long-lasting dressing that adds bold flavor and richness to your salads. Plus, it’s easy to make and keeps for weeks, meaning you can enjoy restaurant-quality salads at home, whenever you like!

Let’s dive into the recipe for the ultimate salad dressing, along with tips on how to store it and variations to suit your taste preferences.

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Ingredients for the Perfect Dressing:

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil – A high-quality olive oil is the base of a great dressing. It adds richness and flavor that can’t be replaced by cheaper oils.
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, or lemon juice) – The acidity in vinegar or citrus balances out the richness of the oil and adds brightness to the dressing.
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard – This helps emulsify the dressing (to bring everything together) and adds a subtle tangy kick.
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional) – A touch of sweetness helps round out the flavors, but feel free to adjust depending on your preference for sweetness.
1 clove garlic, minced – Fresh garlic infuses the dressing with a sharp, savory bite that’s the perfect complement to the other ingredients.
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or fresh if preferred) – Oregano gives the dressing an herby, aromatic depth. You can also experiment with basil, thyme, or rosemary for different flavor profiles.
Salt and pepper, to taste – These basic seasonings help enhance all the flavors in the dressing, bringing the dressing to life.