Salads are a great way to add lots of nutrients to your diet. But after a while, the same dressings, such as mayonnaise and sour cream, can get boring. In this article you will find several alternatives.

This is not mayonnaise for you: 5 cool salad dressings that are easy to make yourself

1. honey mustard dressing

This sweet and tangy dressing is perfect for those who love both. Mix ¼ cup Dijon mustard , ¼ cup honey, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup olive oil, a pinch of salt and black pepper. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and lettuce fields.


2. Avocado dressing

Avocado dressing

In a blender, blend one ripe avocado, ¼ cup Greek yogurt, ¼ cup lime juice, ¼ cup olive oil , a pinch of salt and black pepper until smooth - and voila! Creamy and delicious, avocado dressing is perfect for a summer vegetable salad.

3. balsamic sauce

Balsamic vinegar adds a rich, zesty flavor to any salad. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon honey, a pinch of salt and black pepper. This dressing is perfect for a classic caprese salad or for adding depth to a simple green salad.

4. Lemon-garlic 

Lemon-garlic

In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup olive oil, juice of one lemon, 1 clove minced garlic, a pinch of salt and black pepper. Drizzle dressing over your salad for a bright, refreshing, and savory taste.

5. Asian sesame dressing

Mix ¼ cup rice vinegar, ¼ cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and enjoy the delicious combination of sweet and salty taste.

Making your own salad dressings is an easy and economical way to add variety to your diet.