Best 10 Greens With Creamy Herbed Salad Dressing Recipes

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Cooking greens with creamy herbed salad dressing is a classic and delicious way to enjoy the bounty of fresh vegetables. This versatile dish can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a snack. The creamy herbed salad dressing adds a rich and flavorful dimension to the greens, making them a favorite among both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GREENS WITH HERB DRESSING



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Suggested by field editor Marian Platt of Sequim, Washington, this light, savory herb dressing is a refreshing topper for mixed salad greens.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
8 cups torn mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the first eight ingredients; shake well. Place the greens in salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 10g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREENS WITH CREAMY DRESSING



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 3 or 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 pound red or green lettuce
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
1/4 cup olive oil
2 scant tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon chopped fresh
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small clove garlic

Steps:

  • Wash greens and drain. Pat dry with paper towels. Place in salad bowl or on salad plates.
  • Beat mustard and mayonnaise. Add oil in very thin stream, beating constantly with wire whisk. Dressing should remain thick.
  • Beat in vinegar in thin stream; dressing should be thinner but still creamy.
  • Add herbs, salt and pepper to dressing.
  • Put garlic through press and beat in. Serve dressing over greens.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 150, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 258 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

SIMPLE GREEN SALAD WITH HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 cups romaine lettuce leaves
2 ounces cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into long rounds
4 celery stalks, cut into thirds lengthwise and then crosswise into 2 inch lengths
8 ounces yellow squash, julienned
4 whole carrots, scooped into small balls with the small side of the melon baller
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 ounces diced red onion
Herb Vinaigrette, recipe follows
2 large corn tortillas
Vegetable oil, for frying
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons peeled fresh garlic
8 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 tablespoons chopped lemon zest
4 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, marjoram, thyme)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the salad: rinse the lettuce in chilled water. Remove from water, wrap in damp paper towels and refrigerate.
  • Marinate the cucumber, celery, squash, carrots, tomatoes, and onions, separately, with the herb vinaigrette. Cover each, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Slice the tortillas into 4-inch long, thin, triangular strips.
  • In a large pan, add 1/2-inch of oil and heat. When the oil is hot, fry the tortillas until they are crisp. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate, season, and let cool.
  • Place the lettuce in a large bowl. Add the marinated vegetables and toss with some more of the Herbed Vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the crispy tortilla strips.
  • To make the dressing: in a small food processor, combine all ingredients and blend for 45 seconds to 1 minute until emulsified.

EASY CREAMY SALAD DRESSING



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This is a super-simple salad dressing with cream and white balsamic vinegar. It tastes great with all sorts of leafy greens. I use sunflower oil or any other plain oil. Olive oil has too strong a taste.

Provided by Ursel

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 3m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons sunflower seed oil
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine balsamic vinegar, oil, sugar, and salt in a cup and mix well. Stir in cream and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 588.1 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

GREEN GODDESS SALAD DRESSING



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It's no trick to fix this time-honored green goddess dressing at home. Made with fresh ingredients, it's excellent-a real treat compared to store-bought salad dressing. —Page Alexander, Baldwin City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
3 anchovy fillets
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 green onion tops, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl or jar; cover and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CREAMY HERB DRESSING



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This dressing for vegetables is so easy, I make it the night before Thanksgiving to save time. We like it over asparagus, but try serving it with green beans or broccoli for an equally delicious and eye-pleasing side dish. -Brigitte Hinz, Sun City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 cups dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1 can (2 ounces) anchovy fillets, drained, optional
2 tablespoons minced chives
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 pounds fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , In a skillet, cook asparagus in a small amount of water for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. Spoon dressing over asparagus. Refrigerate leftover dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SALAD GREENS & CREAMY SWEET DRESSING



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"Salads are a quick side dish in my house and always make a healthy addition to the table. We've found that if we add croutons or potato sticks and a tasty dressing, the kids will eat them up!"" Lori Daniels - Beverly, WV

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons sliced green onions
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 cups torn mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Place the sugar, sour cream, onions and vinegar in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Divide salad greens among four bowls; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY FRESH HERB SALAD DRESSING



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I started an herb garden this spring and made cuttings to get the plants more sun. Thus, I had to quickly find a way to use the fresh herbs, or freeze them. This dressing works great with salad greens, and if you are like me, you are not beneath looking for a snack in the middle of the night, armed with saltine crackers to dip into something.

Provided by thepetnanny

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons whipping cream (or more)
1 tablespoon fresh mixed herbs
1 scallion, whites and green tops
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
1 garlic clove
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice or 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Colmans) or 1 teaspoon mustard powder (Colmans)
Tabasco sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Add cream to food blender. Add all other ingredients. Pulse until desired consistency. Refrigerate at least 8 hours. It tastes so much better after 24 hours, or so.

HERB AND GARLIC DRESSING



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I found this years ago in a recipe book made by a local church auxiliary. I make it and use it as a dressing for pasta salad or tomato and cucumber Greek salad. I usually mix a day ahead and the flavors taste 100 times better!

Provided by Ellaellaola

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried parsley
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon celery seed
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, parsley, garlic, basil, celery seed, marjoram, and black pepper together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 291.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH FIGS AND HERBS



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Using fresh herbs brings bursts of flavor, and the fresh figs add a touch of sweetness.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 fresh figs
8 cups mixed salad greens
½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
¼ cup flat-leaf Italian parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons sliced green onion
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl and set dressing aside.
  • Quarter figs vertically; cut quarters in 1/2, and then into slices.
  • Toss mixed greens, figs, pecans, parsley, mint, dill, and green onion together in a large bowl. Pour dressing over greens and toss. Sprinkle feta cheese over salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 150.1 mg, Sugar 10 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right greens: Arugula, spinach, mixed greens, or romaine lettuce are all great options for this salad.
  • Wash your greens thoroughly: This will remove any dirt or debris.
  • Dry your greens thoroughly: This will help the dressing adhere to the greens.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld.
  • Use fresh herbs: This will give the dressing the best flavor.
  • Taste the dressing before adding it to the salad: You may need to adjust the seasonings.
  • Toss the salad gently: This will prevent the greens from becoming bruised.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This will prevent the greens from wilting.

Conclusion:

This creamy herb salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It's also easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad dressing, give this creamy herb salad dressing a try!

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