Speaking of Salad

[DD]

which I just was in another thread, any suggestions for some really good salad dressing? Bottled or home made? I have a balsamic vinaigrette that I make, but need a change from time to time. I want something with no sugar and relatively healthy. I've looked at most of the low fat versions at the store, but they are loaded with sugar. Help.

 

[Lynnie]

This is the one I have used for years and everyone loves it. I used to use balsamic, but when I discovered the loads of sugar, I stopped using it and went back to red wine vinegar, not using too much.

Olive oil (1/4 c.), a tad of red wine vinegar (to taste, maybe a tablespoon), a little water (maybe a tablespoon), squeeze of lemon, lots of freshly cracked pepper and some half & half (about an 1/8 c.), which helps it bind.

In the salad bowl, which is never washed, just wiped out, I start with olive oil and pepper, garlic, then all the accoutrements....always some kind of nut and berry with the usual: oinion, avocado, sweet peppers, goat cheese, etc.....whatever you prefer. Just before supper, add the lettuce/leaves, etc and then just sprinkle dressing on. I don't like it swimming. Toss and add feta on top.

Salad in a bag is for man types!

 

[Susan Horn]

Olive oil, garlic through the press, fresh lemon juice and some grated rind, good sea salt, fresh pepper, pinch cayennne and a little dijon or dry mustard to bind. If you want it a little bit thicker, try adding a little bit of ground flaxseed or psyllium fiber. These help to keep it emulsified longer.

For variety, add half a teaspoon or more of your favorite dried herb -- oregano, basil, tarragon, dill; or use lime juice and rind and add ground cumin and fresh cilantro. To make it colorful and add a little umph, use a little smoked paprika; regular paprika if you just want the color.

 

[KISH7374]

This is the one I have used for years and everyone loves it. I used to use balsamic, but when I discovered the loads of sugar, I stopped using it and went back to red wine vinegar, not using too much.

Olive oil (1/4 c.), a tad of red wine vinegar (to taste, maybe a tablespoon), a little water (maybe a tablespoon), squeeze of lemon, lots of freshly cracked pepper and some half & half (about an 1/8 c.), which helps it bind.

In the salad bowl, which is never washed, just wiped out, I start with olive oil and pepper, garlic, then all the accoutrements....always some kind of nut and berry with the usual: oinion, avocado, sweet peppers, goat cheese, etc.....whatever you prefer. Just before supper, add the lettuce/leaves, etc and then just sprinkle dressing on. I don't like it swimming. Toss and add feta on top.

Salad in a bag is for man types!

And what is the matter with Man types???

 

[TableFiveChef]

Olive Oil, Spritz of Lemon, Sea salt & Fresh cracked pepper are all you need for a green salad. Bottled Dressings are processed and expensive. Eat naturally.

 

[scooterbug44]

I like a drizzle of honey on some salads.

Otherwise I usually do a couple splashes of balsamic/olive oil/pepper.

 

[BrownEyedGull]

This is my favorite:

1/2 cup Canola Oil
1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
1 Tbls Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbls Sugar

I know you said less sugar - you could probably only use half.

I love it & always get tons of compliments on this dressing when I serve it.

Usually, the salad consists of:
Romaine & Boston
Craisins
Apples
Pears
Feta
Pecans, sauteed in olive oil, salt, pepper, red pepper, a little sugar

As a meal, I would add grilled chicken.

 

[DD]

This is my favorite:

1/2 cup Canola Oil
1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
1 Tbls Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbls Sugar

I know you said less sugar - you could probably only use half.

I love it & always get tons of compliments on this dressing when I serve it.

Usually, the salad consists of:
Romaine & Boston
Craisins
Apples
Pears
Feta
Pecans, sauteed in olive oil, salt, pepper, red pepper, a little sugar

As a meal, I would add grilled chicken.

I make this salad all the time!! Minus the apples and sometimes more than not, I use blue cheese, but the rest is the same.

I thank all of y'all. I'll try these. Have to wait on the sugar since I gave it up for a while.

 

[pattymcbob]

One More Salad Dressing

I make this salad all the time!! Minus the apples and sometimes more than not, I use blue cheese, but the rest is the same.

I thank all of y'all. I'll try these. Have to wait on the sugar since I gave it up for a while.

I replaced balsamic with red wine vinegar (Heinz is actually very good). Many days I just sprinkle on olive oil & red wine vinegar. Try that if the lemon one doesn't suit. You're so right to avoid sugar!

 

[Susan Horn]

So glad to see others not putting sugar on their salads. I don't get why so many restaurant dressings and bottled dressings are all about sweetness.