Ditch the store-bought dressing and whip up this easy 3-ingredient anti-inflammatory salad dressing at home. It only takes 10 minutes.
Looking for the perfect salad? Try my Quinoa Salad with Hard Boiled Egg, or my Mediterranean Chickpea Rice Salad.
Recipe Summary
- ✅ Recipe Name: 3-Ingredient Anti-Inflammatory Salad Dressing
- 🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🧑🧒🧒 Serves: 5 servings
- 🍽️ Calories: 156 kcal
- 🥣 Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil, mustard, apple cider vinegar, turmeric (optional)
- 👏 Why You'll Love It: Clean ingredients, quick & simple, budget friendly.
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Did you know many store-bought salad dressings contain sugar, artificial ingredients, and questionable chemicals? If you haven't noticed, trust me on this. The next time you're at the grocery store, look at the ingredient labels on those bottles; you'll find a long list of strange names that sound anything but natural.
Many people make a crucial mistake when trying to lose weight; they start eating more salads (which is excellent!) but then drench them in unhealthy store-bought dressings (not so great!). Salads are good when paired with a nutritious salad dressing and a healthy protein source, just like my Anti-Inflammatory Crunchy Salad Topper with Turmeric.
Why spend money on store-bought dressings (which can be pricey) when you can make a healthier, delicious, and good quality version at home with just three simple ingredients?
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Why You'll Love This Anti-Inflammatory Salad Dressing Recipe
- Clean & anti-inflammatory ingredients: Packed with wholesome ingredients that fight chronic inflammation and support overall health. Need a list of wholesome healthy ingredients for your next grocery store haul? Find it in my Whole Food Ingredients list.
- Biochemist-approved: There are no mystery ingredients here! As a biochemist with a Ph.D., I can assure you that this dressing is free from artificial additives and unnecessary chemicals.
- Quick & easy: Just three simple ingredients and less than 5 minutes to make!
- Versatile & delicious: Perfect for salads, roasted veggies, or as a flavorful marinade.
- Budget-friendly: Skip the overpriced store-bought dressings and make a fresh, healthier version at home.
- Mediterranean-inspired: This dressing combines the goodness of olive oil and apple cider vinegar and fits beautifully into a Mediterranean diet or anti-inflammatory diet.
- Perfect for weight loss: Avoid hidden sugars and unhealthy fats in commercial dressings while keeping your salads nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients You'll Need In This Anti-Inflammatory Salad Dressing Recipe
- Extra virgin olive oil: ruch in anti-inflammatory and heart-healthy fats
- Mustard: provides tanginess and flavor, plus antioxidants
- Apple cider vinegar: aids digestion and promotes gut health, just like in my Cleanse Gut Health Shots with Ginger.
- Turmeric powder: for added anti-inflammatory benefits and a golden hue
How Many Servings In This Recipe
- This recipe makes approximately 9 tablespoons of dressing.
- Depending on how much you use per serving, you'll have:
- About 3 servings if using 3 tablespoons per salad (a generous serving).
- About 4-5 servings using 2 tablespoons per salad (a standard serving).
- Up to 9 servings if using 1 tablespoon per salad (a light drizzle).
How To Make This Healthy Salad Dressing
Step 1: Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well-emulsified. If you're using turmeric, add it now and whisk until fully incorporated. You don't need a food processor here; you can use a small mason jar and whisk it there directly. Have you tried my Mason Jar Salad with Chickpeas and Quinoa yet?
Step 2: Adjust Flavor: Taste the dressing and adjust as needed. Store: Pour the dressing into a jar with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use, as natural separation may occur.
Top Tip
This recipe doesn't include salt or black pepper, so feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste! Add a pinch of salt or a few cracks of pepper for extra flavor.
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 3 tablespoon mustard
- 3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder OPTIONAL
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well-emulsified. If you're using turmeric, add it now and whisk until fully incorporated. You don't need a food processor here; you can use a small mason jar and whisk it there directly.
- Adjust Flavor: Taste the dressing and adjust as needed. If you prefer a sweeter balance, add a pinch of salt or a drizzle of honey.
- Store: Pour the dressing into a jar with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use, as natural separation may occur.
Notes
- These are the nutrition facts for 1 serving of this recipe.
- The nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on the specific ingredients used.
- This recipe makes approximately 9 tablespoons of dressing.
- About 3 servings if using 3 tablespoons per salad (a generous serving).
- About 4-5 servings using 2 tablespoons per salad (a standard serving).
- Up to 9 servings if using 1 tablespoon per salad (a light drizzle).
Dr. Nena Stefanovic says
My go-to salad dressing. It is quick, easy, and delicious. I highly recommend it!