3 Easy Salad Dressings You’ll Actually Use
Let’s be honest—most store-bought salad dressings either taste like disappointment or come with a mile-long ingredient list you can’t pronounce. Hard pass.
Making your own dressing is easier than you think, especially when you start with Olivelle’s infused olive oils and barrel-aged balsamic vinegars. No fancy gadgets. No weird preservatives. Just real ingredients and BIG flavor.
Here are three quick, foolproof salad dressings you’ll actually reach for again and again.
🥗 Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette
A go-to for a reason—simple, balanced, and works on just about everything.
Ingredients:
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3 Tbsp Olivelle Garlic or Tuscan Herb Infused Olive Oil
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1 Tbsp Olivelle Barrel-Aged Balsamic Vinegar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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Pinch of salt & pepper
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a mason jar, screw on the lid, and shake it like you mean it. Done.
Flavor Boost:
Add a clove of minced garlic or a drizzle of honey if you like it a little sweeter.
🍊 Zesty Citrus Splash
Fresh, bright, and perfect for salads that need a little pop.
Ingredients:
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3 Tbsp Olivelle Blood Orange or Lemon Infused Olive Oil
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1 Tbsp Olivelle Peach or White Balsamic Vinegar
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1 tsp honey
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1 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
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Pinch of sea salt
Instructions:
Whisk everything together in a small bowl or shake it up in a jar. Pour over greens and instantly feel fancy.
Pro Tip:
Add fresh orange or grapefruit segments to your salad for bonus citrus vibes.
🌿 Creamy Dijon Herb Dressing (No Mayo Required)
Rich, herby, and perfect for hearty salads, grain bowls, or roasted veggies.
Ingredients:
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2 Tbsp Olivelle Dill or Rosemary Infused Olive Oil
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1 Tbsp Olivelle White Balsamic Vinegar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional, for creaminess)
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½ tsp dried herbs or Olivelle Bruschetta Herb Blend
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
Store in the fridge for up to a week—if it lasts that long.
Why Homemade Dressing Just Wins
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You control the ingredients
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No preservatives or fillers
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Way more flavor
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Takes less than 5 minutes
Seriously—once you start making your own, you won’t miss the bottle.
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