Author: Just 4 ingredients, less than 5 minutes to make, this everyday oil-free salad dressing is my go-to! With a creamy, tangy, and zesty flavor, this easy to make dressing will also keep fresh in the fridge for a week! This simple dressing can go toe-to-toe with any vinaigrettes, vegan caesar dressings, or balsamic vinegar. It is the BEST way to amp up any salad! This dressing works wonderfully on mixed greens, but I also love to drizzle it onto wraps, grain bowls, pasta salad, beans, or any other dish that needs a little extra oomph! Or you can even use it as a dip (or sauce) and dip your favorite vegetables like baby carrots or cucumbers. This is bound to become one of your favorite vegan salad dressings. 
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I have tried many different recipes and this is easily THE BEST oil free dressing ever!!! - Susan
I like to add a side salad to most of my meals. Even though I cook with small amounts of oil, I'm not a huge fan of dredging my salads in it. When you take a super nutritionally dense low-calorie dish such as a salad and then pour even just a tablespoon of oil on top, it quickly adds a ton of processed fat and calories without adding much flavour. Personally, I'm ok with oilier salad dressings on occasion, but for the most part, I like to keep my salads light, fresh, filled with veggies and fresh herbs, and healthy with this super simple lemony, oil free dressing. Skip buying expensive store-bought dressings, oil-free salad dressing recipes like this will change your life! Just shake this dressing up in less than 5 minutes and you have the perfect dressing for all your green munching needs!
How to make My everyday oil-free salad dressing:
There is a reason this oil-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan salad dressing is my go-to: it's super simple! Just add the lemon juice, dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, and agave (or maple syrup) to a jar or bowl, and shake it or whisk it up! I like to use these small jars, but you can also use a leftover jam jar. Pour over your favourite salad greens or store in the fridge to use later. For more oil-free dressings try my Cashew Caesar Dressing, my Cashew Ranch Dressing, my Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing, or my Creamy Dill Pickle Dressing. Bon appetgan! Sam Turnbull.
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My Everyday Oil-Free Salad Dressing
Servings: (makes about 8 tablespoons)
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon agave or maple syrup
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a jar or small bowl and shake well or whisk to combine. Store in a jar in the fridge for up to a week.
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Elizabeth says
Delicious! A game changer! I am enjoying simple summer salads so much more now that I found this dressing, thank you!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Aww, thank you so much, Elizabeth! I'm thrilled you're enjoying your summer salads even more now!
Andee says
Hi Sam,
I am looking to eat healthier and could use a go-to dressing. I have never used nutritional yeast...do I have to add that into this dressing? What does that actually do? Does it affect the flavor?
Thank you,
Andee
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Andee! The nutritional yeast adds a savory, cheesy flavor that makes the dressing extra delicious and helps thicken it. I definitely recommend picking up some nutritional yeast if you are on a healthy journey as it is a great way to get some cheesiness in a super healthy way! If you don't have any on hand try swapping it in this recipe for a tablespoon of tahini or cashew butter. I hope that helps!
michael says
this salad dressing is just what i was looking for. super easy for meal prep for the week abd it tastes great
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
So happy you enjoyed it, Michael! 😊
Ricky says
I've made this a couple of times now and it will certainly be one of my go-to dressings. Really tasty and what's more OIL FREE.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
So happy you enjoyed it, Ricky! 😊
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Petra says
I haven't made the recipe yet. I was just wondering if I can substitute the maple syrup with stevia.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Petra! 😊 You can certainly experiment with stevia, but since maple syrup adds both sweetness and liquid, the results may vary a bit.
Petra says
Thank you.
Eileen says
Yum!! a great tangy dressing and super easy!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Yay!! So glad you enjoyed it, Eileen 😄
Steph says
I'm trying to reduce oil in my diet and found your recipe. This turned out fantastic. I reduced the maple syrup to about 1 tsp because I prefer the tangy vinegary zing of the dijon. So tasty! Thanks 🙂
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
That sounds delicious, Steph! 😊 So happy you enjoyed it!
Luke McCloud says
dion mustard usually contains oil, fyi.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Luke, I suppose it depends on the brand as the Dijon I used doesn't contain any oil. Good to always double check if that's a concern for you! 🙂