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    June 9, 2015 184 Comments

    16 Vegan Salad Dressings

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    Dive into these 16 Vegan Salad Dressings to take your salad to the next level. These dressing range from Catalina to Lemmon Poppy Seed dressings, to a Creamy Ranch Dressing or a Tangy Miso. So delectable, so easy to make and 100% vegan.

    I'm always surprised at how many people buy pre-made salad dressings, especially when they are just so darn easy to make. In most cases, you just toss a few ingredients in an old jam jar or a mason jar and give it a good shaking. Not only do they taste infinitely better when they are homemade, you get to avoid all of the nasty ingredients and preservatives that are often hidden in those store-bought dressings. So instead of doing that, just take in the beauty of these dressings, and then go ahead and make your own.

    You probably know by now, I like these collections to be admired: so scroll slowly to get the full ooh and ahh factor of each lovely dressing.

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    Table of Contents:

    1. Catalina Dressing
    2. Coleslaw Dressing
    3. Thousand Island
    4. Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
    5. Walnut Basil Dressing
    6. Peanut Butter Dressing
    7. Balsamic Vinaigrette
    8. Chipotle Lime Dressing
    9. Sweet Dill Dressing
    10. Cherry Tomato Dressing
    11. Maple Mustard Dressing
    12. Tangy Miso Dressing
    13. Carrot Ginger Dressing
    14. Greek Dressing
    15. Creamy Ranch
    16. Grapefruit Vinaigrette

    All the classics are here, along with a few more fun dressings to take you on a salad journey. Ok, I lied, all the classics, are not here, you may have noticed that there is no caesar salad dressing recipes here, gasp! Never fear, the only reason I didn't include it in this list is because I already made one. Check out my Creamy Cashew Caesar Salad Dressing if you are in that kind of mood.

    Now for the people who prefer oil free dressings, I found that The Fat Free Vegan came up with a recipe she calls "Thick Water" which can be used instead of oil in almost all salad dressings! I haven't tried it myself but I thought a few of you might be curious, so check out the recipe here. For anyone who may want to try a replacement for vegan mayonnaise, try subbing it out with a plain non-dairy yogurt, such as almond or soy yogurt.

    Now onto the recipes!

    1.

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    4.95 from 238 votes

    Catalina Dressing

    Jazz up your salad with this sweet and tangy dressing.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 565kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup ketchup
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
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    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 565kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 55g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 565mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 604IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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    2.

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    4.94 from 219 votes

    Vegan Coleslaw Dressing

    Perfect creamy dressing for coleslaw salad.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 74kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise)
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon agave
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon celery seed
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 74kcal
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    3.

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    4.94 from 219 votes

    Thousand Island Dressing

    Great on a simple salad or on a veggie burger as a "special sauce"
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 74kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise)
    • 2 tablespoons ketchup
    • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 74kcal
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    4.

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    4.94 from 215 votes

    Lemon Poppy Seed

    I love this lemony fresh tangy dressing!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 89kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
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    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 89kcal
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    5.

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    4.94 from 214 votes

    Walnut Basil Dressing

    This dressing has a pesto vibe going on. Delish!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 89kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves
    • ½ cup walnuts
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
    • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
    • 1 clove garlic
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2-4 tablespoons water
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    • Add all of the ingredients plus 2 tablespoons of water to a food processor. Blend until smooth. If it needs a bit more water add a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 89kcal
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    6.

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    4.94 from 217 votes

    Peanut Butter Dressing

    Wonderful for an Asian-inspired salad. Finely sliced cabbage, carrots, cucumber, and crispy tofu cubes. Yum!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Chinese
    ingredient tag: peanut butter
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 52kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup natural peanut butter
    • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon chili garlic sauce (optional)
    • 2 - 3 tablespoons water
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 52kcal
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    7.

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    Balsamic Vinaigrette

    Perfect for a classic Italian salad. 
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 91kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon agave or maple syrup
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 91kcal
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    8.

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    4.94 from 219 votes

    Chipotle Lime Dressing

    Spicy and creamy, perfect for a Mexican-inspired salad or even stirred into some rice for a burrito
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 32kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise)
    • 3 tablespoons lime juice
    • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce , finely minced
    • 1 tablespoon agave
    • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 32kcal
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    Sweet Dill Dressing

    This is a creamy, almost cheesy dressing with that fresh zing of dill.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 45kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
    • 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise)
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
    • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon dried dill
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 - 3 tablespoons water
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar with 1 tablespoons of water to start. Screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well. Add more water to thin if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 45kcal
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    10.

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    4.94 from 215 votes

    Cherry Tomato Dressing

    Lovely, fresh, perfect for the tomato lover.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    ingredient tag: tomatoes
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 49kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
    • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon agave or maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a blender and blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 49kcal
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    11.

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    4.94 from 224 votes

    Maple Mustard Dressing

    A staple dressing in my kitchen. Perfect for any simple salad.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 50kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 50kcal
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    12.

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    4.94 from 212 votes

    Tangy Miso Dressing

    Love this dressing for a simple Asian-inspired salad.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Japanese
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 59kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup seasoned rice vinegar
    • ¼ cup light oil (such as peanut or canola oil)
    • 2 tablespoons agave
    • 1 tablespoon white miso paste
    • 1 inch piece of ginger , finely minced
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
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    • Add in everything else, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 59kcal
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    13.

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    4.94 from 211 votes

    Carrot Ginger Dressing

    Love this tangy, fresh, and zesty Asian-inspired dressing!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Japanese
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 58kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup light Oil (such as peanut or canola)
    • ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar
    • 1 medium carrot , peeled and finely grated
    • 2 tablespoons agave
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 inch piece of ginger , peeled and finely grated
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 58kcal
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    14.

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    4.94 from 215 votes

    Greek Dressing

    Drizzle over cucumbers, black olives, tomatoes, and red onion for the perfect Greek salad.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 9 servings)
    Calories: 43kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ¼ cup lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
    • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • 1 ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 43kcal
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    15.

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    4.94 from 225 votes

    Creamy Ranch Dressing

    Can you ever go wrong with ranch dressing!?
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 58kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup vegan mayonnaise (such as Vegenaise)
    • ½ cup non-dairy sour cream or non-dairy plain yogurt
    • ½ cup non-dairy milk (such as almond or soy)
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
    • 1 teaspoon dried chives
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon dried dill
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
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    Instructions

    • Add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Notes

    *You can also use ½ cup of cashews instead of the non-dairy yogurt. Soak the cashews in water until tender (overnight works great, but no less than 4 hours). I found that you need to double the recipe if you use cashews,so that there is enough liquid to blend smoothly. Otherwise, there might not be enough liquid to blend properly and your recipe may end up chunky.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 58kcal
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    4.94 from 212 votes

    Grapefruit Vinaigrette

    Love how fresh and citrusy this dressing is.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 1 bottle (makes about 12 servings)
    Calories: 50kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup grapefruit juice (about ½ of a grapefruit)
    • ¼ cup light oil (such as canola or vegetable)
    • 1 tablespoon mustard powder
    • 1 tablespoon agave or maple syrup
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
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    Instructions

    • Juice the grapefruit, then add everything to a clean jar, screw on the lid, and shake like crazy until mixed well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 50kcal
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    16-Salad-Dressings-in-the-fridge

    Now I have to eat salad every day for a year.

    Bon Appetegan

    Sam.


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    Comments

    1. Deb Z says

      July 01, 2022 at 12:05 pm

      Can't wait to try these. One question Sam....how big is the bottle,ounces? And how much is a single serving?

      Reply
    2. Helen says

      June 27, 2022 at 8:28 pm

      5 stars
      Love it and thank you very much for sharing these ingredients. delicious

      Reply
    3. Vanda says

      May 30, 2022 at 6:57 pm

      I love the Vegan Coleslaw Dressing. Even non-vegan family and friends love it. Love the ease of preparation and the balance of ingredients. I don't ever have to guess more or less of something. That goes for all your recipes. Keep them coming. Thank you

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        June 13, 2022 at 9:00 am

        Will do! So happy you enjoy them! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Laura Meservey says

      October 18, 2021 at 12:35 pm

      The maple mustard dressing is so delish it's drinkable!!!!

      Reply
    5. Donna says

      July 16, 2021 at 5:27 pm

      5 stars
      I love your foods, but I follow a "no oil" diet. You salad dressings look good, but they all either use olive oil, or vegan mayo (which is oil based). You should consider adding some dressings that use plant based yogurt or plant based milk, and use cashews (or sunflower seeds, etc), as the thickener. I have 3 favorites from monkeyandmekitchenadventures.com that are great and they use no oil. They are creamy and are as spicy as I choose by adding more/less tamed jalapenos, or pepperoncini peppers. They do many different ones, and they are not all spicy. I may try your Chipotle one by substituting cashews for the vegan mayo.

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