5 Must-Try Healthy Salad Dressings for a Guilt-Free Meal

Elevate your salads with these five easy, healthy dressing recipes that are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Ditch the store-bought options and whip up these guilt-free dressings at home!

  1. Lemon Tahini Dressing

Ingredients: 1/4 cup tahini, 1/4 cup water, juice of 1 lemon, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if needed.

Why it’s healthy: Tahini is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, while lemon boosts vitamin C intake.

  1. Greek Yogurt Ranch

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Why it’s healthy: Greek yogurt provides probiotics for gut health, and fresh herbs add antioxidants.

  1. Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Blend all ingredients until emulsified.

Why it’s healthy: Olive oil is heart-healthy, and apple cider vinegar aids digestion.

  1. Avocado Lime Dressing

Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado, juice of 1 lime, 1/4 cup coriander, 1/4 cup water, salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Blend all ingredients until smooth.

Why it’s healthy: Avocado is high in healthy fats and fibre, making this dressing creamy and nutritious.

  1. Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 garlic clove (minced), salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Why it’s healthy: Balsamic vinegar is low in calories and adds a burst of flavor without added sugars.

These dressings are not only easy to make but also packed with wholesome ingredients that promote better health. Enjoy your salads with these delightful, nutritious dressings and don’t forget to track in your HealthNav app, Food Diary!

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