Best 7 Grandmas Salad Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Grandma's Salad Dressing, a collection of delightful recipes that bring classic flavors to your table. From the tangy and refreshing Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette to the creamy and versatile Ranch Dressing, this article offers a diverse range of homemade dressings to elevate your salads, sandwiches, and grilled dishes. Discover the secrets behind Grandma's special Caesar Dressing, bursting with umami and a hint of garlic, or venture into the bold and zesty world of the Italian Dressing, perfect for marinating meats and vegetables. With options like the tangy Thousand Island Dressing and the creamy and flavorful Blue Cheese Dressing, this article caters to every taste preference. Get ready to transform your salads into culinary masterpieces with Grandma's Salad Dressing recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S FRENCH DRESSING



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My granny used to make this recipe all the time, she passed it on to my mom, and now it's my turn to make it!

Provided by SPATULA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     French Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup vegetable oil
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, halved
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ cup white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a jar with a lid, add oil, Worcestershire, garlic, salt, paprika, mustard, pepper, thyme, tarragon and vinegar. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 295.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GRANDMA'S SALAD DRESSING



Grandma's Salad Dressing image

This dressing recipe has been in our family for 4 generations. We keep passing it on since its so good, and pass it on to our guests who want it as well.

Provided by Mary Ann Benzon

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup vegetable oil
¾ cup white wine vinegar
1 cup white sugar
½ cup ketchup
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare dressing in a large jar with a tight fitting lid. Add the oil, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, salt, Worcestershire sauce and onion. Shake until the sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate and shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 94.1 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

GRANDMA'S CORNBREAD DRESSING



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Growing up, we didn't have turkey. We had chicken, chopped and baked in my grandmother's dressing. Now we leave out the chicken and keep the cornbread dressing. -Suzanne Mohme, Bastrop, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup canola oil
DRESSING:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 large eggs
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk. Pour oil into an 8-in. ovenproof skillet; place skillet in oven 4 minutes., Meanwhile, add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture; stir just until moistened., Carefully tilt and rotate skillet to coat bottom with oil; add batter. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Reduce oven setting to 350°. For dressing, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat. Coarsely crumble cornbread into skillet; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, condensed soup and seasonings; stir into bread mixture. Stir in broth., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 45-55 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GREAT GRANDMA'S SALAD DRESSING



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An old fashioned boiled dressing, this is my family's dressing for tuna and potato salad. We used to make it in a double boiler, but with a microwave the cooking is really simple!

Provided by dangerousmezzo

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup liquid (2/3 vinegar and 1/3 water)
1 tablespoon butter (optional)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Mix all dry ingredients in a microwave safe bowl, making sure lumps are out of the mustard.
  • Beat in egg and liquid until smooth.
  • Microwave on medium for 3 minutes, whisk. Microwave again for 2 minutes, whisk.
  • When dressing is the consistency you like (don't overcook it), you can add the optional butter, but I no longer do.
  • chill and use with tuna salad or potato salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.3, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 599.5, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 25, Protein 1.9

GRANDMA'S SPINACH SALAD



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With all its fresh ingredients, this pretty spinach salad was my grandma's favorite. Even my little ones like it (but don't tell them spinach is good for them)! -Shelley Riebel, Armada, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
10 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 13 cups)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
5 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients until sugar is dissolved., In a 13x9-in. dish, layer half of each of the following: spinach, onion, mushrooms and eggs. Repeat layers. Drizzle with dressing; top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

GRANDMA'S MACARONI SALAD



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A sweet macaroni salad just like Grandma used to make. The dressing is a good basic macaroni salad dressing that you can use with your own macaroni salad recipe. You must refrigerate for at least 4 hours for all of the flavors to blend together.

Provided by Hope

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups elbow macaroni
¼ cup sweet relish
½ cup onion, finely chopped
½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup finely chopped carrot
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons low-fat milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well; rinse with cold water and drain again.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons relish juice; place the rest in a large bowl with onion, bell pepper, carrot, and egg.
  • Whisk creamy salad dressing into reserved relish juice. Mix in sour cream, milk, sugar, dill, salt, and pepper. Fold gently into the macaroni mixture. Refrigerate to let flavors blend, 4 to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 215 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

GRANDMA'S SALAD DRESSING



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A wonderful combination of sweet and tart, this is wonderful on a bed of mixed greens. One hint: make the dressing at least one day in advance of using to let the flavors combine.

Provided by Bridget Elaine

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 3 Cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup cider vinegar
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper
1 medium onion, chopped fine

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients well, chill for 1 day, shake well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 262.3, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 16.7, Protein 0.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the dressing will taste. If possible, use organic or locally grown produce.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make salad dressing. Feel free to adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste.
  • Let the dressing rest: After you make the dressing, let it sit for at least 30 minutes before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Store the dressing properly: Salad dressing should be stored in a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Salad dressing is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to enhance the flavor of any salad. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a dressing that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're making a salad, don't forget the dressing!

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