This homemade honey salad dressing offers a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, making it an ideal companion for crisp green salads or roasted vegetables. The combination of honey, lemon juice, and vinegar creates a vibrant base, while paprika and celery salt add depth and subtle warmth. Unlike store-bought versions, this dressing is fresh, simple, and free from artificial preservatives. It emulsifies beautifully with salad oil, resulting in a smooth, glossy texture that coats greens evenly. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or adding a gourmet touch to simple side dishes. Keep it in the fridge for quick meals throughout the week.
Honey Salad Dressing
Description
This homemade honey salad dressing offers a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, making it an ideal companion for crisp green salads or roasted vegetables. The combination of honey, lemon juice, and vinegar creates a vibrant base, while paprika and celery salt add depth and subtle warmth. Unlike store-bought versions, this dressing is fresh, simple, and free from artificial preservatives. It emulsifies beautifully with salad oil, resulting in a smooth, glossy texture that coats greens evenly. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or adding a gourmet touch to simple side dishes. Keep it in the fridge for quick meals throughout the week.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small bowl, whisk together paprika, powdered dry mustard, salt, and celery salt until evenly combined.
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Add honey, lemon juice, and vinegar to the dry mixture and whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
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Slowly drizzle in the salad oil while whisking continuously to create a thick, emulsified dressing.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving or storing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 631.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 60.2g93%
- Saturated Fat 9.0g45%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2444.6mg102%
- Total Carbohydrate 26.2g9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 25.0g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Store the dressing in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use as separation is natural.
For a vegan version, substitute honey with agave nectar or maple syrup.
You can use olive oil, avocado oil, or sunflower oil depending on your preferred flavor profile.
If the dressing separates too much, blend with an immersion blender for a smoother consistency.
