Best 9 Cocktail Salad Dressing Recipes

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Cocktail salad dressing is a versatile and delicious condiment that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of dishes. It can be made with simple ingredients that are typically found in most kitchens, making it an easy and affordable option for home cooks. With its vibrant color and tangy flavor, cocktail salad dressing can add a pop of flavor to everything from salads to sandwiches to grilled meats. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for cocktail salad dressing, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that you create the perfect dressing for your next meal.

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CREAMY SALAD DRESSING WITH SOUR CREAM



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This recipe is for a creamy salad dressing with sour cream and vinegar, oil, and seasonings, perfect for a fresh vegetarian salad or one with meat.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Sauce     Condiment     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar )
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Whisk together the salt, pepper, paprika, sugar, garlic powder, oil, and vinegar until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add sour cream and whisk the mixture briskly to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 83 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 13 g, ServingSize 1/2 cup dressing (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

COCKTAIL SALAD DRESSING



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Punch up your next shrimp Caesar with this salad-friendly riff on classic cocktail sauce.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes about 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch sugar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together ketchup, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons water, mustard, and sugar. Whisking constantly, add oil in a steady stream and whisk until dressing is thickened and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING WITH 8 VARIATIONS



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Bottled salad dressing can be convenient but its expensive and often full of salt, sugar, and chemical additives. Making your own is simple and allows you to customize the seasonings to suit whatever meal you are preparing. The amounts given make about 1/4 cup and can be expanded infinitely for larger salads. It can be made several days ahead and kept in the fridge. Sorry about the slightly odd way of putting the ingredients for the creamy dressing variations. The recipe editor is picky about what it will accept.

Provided by 3KillerBs

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 34

3 tablespoons oil (I prefer extra-virgin olive oil)
2 tablespoons vinegar (white, cider, wine, ..., not balsamic)
salt
black pepper (I prefer fresh-ground)
basic vinaigrette (use EVOO and red wine vinegar)
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
basic vinaigrette (use canola or corn oil and cider vinegar)
1 tablespoon crumbled bacon
1/2 tablespoon finely minced onion
1 pinch celery seed (optional)
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard (optional)
1 -3 teaspoon brown sugar or 1 -3 teaspoon another sweetener, to taste
italian vinaigrette
1 teaspoon prepared mustard (I recommend Dijon or spicy brown)
1 -3 teaspoon honey (optional) or 1 -3 teaspoon another sweetener, to taste (optional)
basic vinaigrette
2 -3 tablespoons sour cream or 2 -3 tablespoons plain yogurt
basic creamy vinaigrette dressing
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
basic creamy vinaigrette dressing
1 garlic clove, put through press
fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch italian seasoning (optional)
3 tablespoons olive oil (I prefer extra-virgin)
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons oil (I prefer extra-virgin olive oil)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pinch italian seasoning (optional)

Steps:

  • Shake all ingredients for your chosen variation together in a tightly-lidded container OR whisk together in a small bowl.
  • Let stand 10 minutes to rehydrate dried herbs and blend flavors.
  • Shake again then dress salad as desired.
  • Note -- I recommend the lemon dressing on spinach.
  • Note -- I recommend the Bacon Dressing, Mustard Dressing, and Balsamic Vinaigrette on strong greens such as escarole, curly endive, and dandelion greens.
  • Note -- The sweeter version of the mustard dressing is great for a vinegar coleslaw if you discover that you have accidentally gotten one of those occasional cabbages that are a touch on the bitter side.
  • Note -- feel free to play with other seasonings, more complex blends, flavored oils, and flavored vinegars. Once you've learned the technique you can customize your salad dressing to suit just about any meal.

PRAWN COCKTAIL SALAD



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Try this main meal twist on a seventies classic

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Starter, Supper

Time 10m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

200g bag large cooked prawns
1 large ripe avocado , halved, peeled and sliced
200g punnet cherry tomato , halved
4 spring onions , finely sliced
1 romaine lettuce , shredded
2 tbsp olive oil
juice ½ lemon
3 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
juice ½ lemon

Steps:

  • Whisk the ingredients for the dressing together. If it's a little thick, add a splash of water.
  • Put the prawns, avocado, tomatoes, spring onions and lettuce in a large salad bowl, drizzle with the olive oil and lemon juice, toss gently, then serve with the dressing handed round separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

FRUIT COCKTAIL SALAD



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"Convenient canned fruit and instant pudding mix streamline preparation of this refreshing medley," reports Karen Buhr from Gasport, New York. This shortcut salad can also be served as a sweet satisfying dessert for diabetics.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (15 ounces each) fruit cocktail in juice
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 package (1 ounce) instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
2 medium firm bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the fruit and lemon juice. Sprinkle with pudding mix. Stir gently for 1 minute or until mixture is thickened. Fold in bananas. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ARMENIAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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Potato salad is the first food I remember eating, so I really do have a deep emotional attachment, but every so often, I crave something completely different-and this Armenian-style potato salad is completely different. And completely delicious. And, unlike American-style, completely safe left on a sunny picnic table for hours. Serve drizzled with more olive oil and garnished with more fresh mint.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     No Mayo Potato Salad

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, quartered, and sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
1 tablespoon kosher salt, or more to taste
1 tablespoon dried mint, divided
½ cup mild olive oil, divided
1 large red onion, diced
½ cup diced red bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup lemon juice, or more to taste
½ cup thinly sliced green onions
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Aleppo chili flakes
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Transfer sliced potatoes into a large pot with enough cold water to cover the potatoes by a couple of inches. Stir in 1 rounded tablespoon kosher salt and 2 ½ teaspoons dried mint. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and let cook until tender, about 15 minutes, checking every 5 to 6 minutes for doneness. Drain well.
  • Transfer cooked potatoes to a large mixing bowl and let cool slightly.
  • While potatoes cool, heat ¼ cup olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add red onion, red bell pepper, garlic, and a pinch of salt; cook and stir for just 1 minute. Turn off the heat and stir in remaining dried mint.
  • Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice into potatoes and toss gently with a spatula. Add green onions, red onion mixture, remaining olive oil, fresh mint, fresh parsley, salt to taste, black pepper, chili flakes, and cayenne. Mix with a spatula until combined.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled and flavors have melded, 3 to 4 hours.
  • Unwrap; stir, taste, and adjust seasonings as needed to personal tastes. The salad almost always needs more salt stirred in once it's tasted after being chilled. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 734.2 mg

FRUIT SALAD DRESSING



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This sweet and tangy Fruit Salad Dressing is the perfect way to top off your fruit salad. Add this delicious dressing to make your fruit salad taste better! Your friends and family will love how it adds a delicious flavor that can't be beat.

Provided by Katie Clark

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup vanilla yogurt: any brand will do- just pick your favorite!
-3 tbsp honey
3 tsp lime juice
-1 tablespoon coconut

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients together in a medium sized bowl
  • Stir until all the ingredients are mixed together
  • Pour your dressing over your fruit salad
  • Gently mix your fruit and dressing together until well coated
  • Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve

THE BEST SALAD DRESSING EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



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Make and share this The Best Salad Dressing Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by student gastronomer

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 salad, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/8 cup olive oil
1/8 red wine vinegar
2 -3 garlic cloves (more if you want)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
salt
pepper
water

Steps:

  • Combine first four ingredients with whisk. (We love garlic so we always use more.).
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add a few drops of water if necessary to reach desired taste and consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 735.1, Fat 81.6, SaturatedFat 11.2, Sodium 172.9, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1

SHRIMP COCKTAIL SALAD



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Serve shrimp salad over lettuce for a juicy seafood dinner made ready in just 15 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons seafood cocktail sauce
3/4 lb. frozen shelled deveined cooked bay shrimp, thawed
1 cup coarsely chopped celery
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped dill pickle
6 cups shredded leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • In small bowl, combine mayonnaise and cocktail sauce; blend well.
  • In medium bowl, combine shrimp, celery and pickle. Stir in mayonnaise mixture. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.
  • To serve, arrange lettuce on large serving platter or individual serving plates. Spoon salad onto lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

  • For a tangy and flavorful dressing, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
  • To add a bit of sweetness, use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar.
  • If you like a creamy dressing, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • For a herbaceous flavor, add chopped fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or chives.
  • To add a bit of spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
  • Be sure to taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

Conclusion:

With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a cocktail salad dressing that everyone will enjoy. Whether you like it tangy, creamy, sweet, or spicy, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing salad dressing, give one of these cocktail salad dressing recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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