Salads are an easy, go-to meal when you’re trying to eat healthy, but the same old bowl of greens can get tired after a while. One great way to mix up your salad game? Try a new dressing! From a creamy blend of avocado and fresh herbs to a punchy all-purpose vinaigrette you can whip up without a recipe, here are six vibrant dressings to try now.
Spicy Cashew Dressing
Liven up your favorite greens with this spicy and tangy dressing from Alexandra’s Kitchen. The perfect combination of spice, sweetness, and acidity, this dressing packs a flavor punch without overpowering your dish. The key is in the cashews, which create a rich, creamy, silky smooth base.
Agave Lime Dressing
Agave isn’t just for margaritas! This neutral, better-for-you sweetener is paired with fresh lime juice in this easy dressing from The Spruce Eats. Toss with greens and peak-season veggies, or drizzle over a citrus or fresh fruit salad!
Spicy Avocado Buttermilk Dressing
This silky avocado-buttermilk dressing is a Goodtaste original. It’s incredibly versatile, like your favorite ranch dressing, and tastes great on everything. The bold, bright flavors are especially good with vegetables and proteins right off the grill.
Quick and Easy Vinaigrette
Here, Gimme Some Oven offers some good lessons on how to make a simple vinaigrette from scratch (it’s easier than you think!).
Spicy Soy Vinaigrette
Sometimes we need some spice, and salads are no exception. This recipe from Cooking Light pairs umami-rich soy with a kick of sriracha for a dressing that would be particularly good on a cold rice noodle salad.
Blood Orange Vinaigrette
This recipe from The Spruce Eats is a great way to use garnet-red blood oranges when they’re in season. Combine all of the ingredients in a jar and shake up and store in your fridge for any quick lunches.
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