Best 3 Moms Salad Dressing Recipes

In a realm of culinary wonders, let your taste buds embark on a delightful journey with Mom's Salad Dressing, a timeless classic that transforms ordinary salads into extraordinary culinary masterpieces. This versatile dressing, a symphony of flavors, acts as a flavor enhancer, adding vibrancy and zest to a variety of salads, from crisp greens to hearty grain bowls. With its perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes, Mom's Salad Dressing elevates simple ingredients into a harmonious ensemble of flavors. Explore the diverse recipes featured in this article, each offering a unique twist on the classic dressing, taking your salads to new heights of culinary excellence.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S SALAD

Mom's Salad image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 heads romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, large diced
1 cucumber, large diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

Combine the romaine, tomatoes, cucumber and onions in a large bowl.
Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, sour cream, oregano and garlic in a small bowl to make the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Serve with more freshly cracked black pepper over the top.

MOM'S FRENCH SALAD DRESSING

Mom's French Salad Dressing image

My mom was born in 1920, and this was always the salad dressing we had, as there weren't many bottled varieties at the time. I still make this blast-from-the-past recipe. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups canola oil
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons grated onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

Place the first 8 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; add salt, if desired. Shake well. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

MOM'S SALAD DRESSING

Mom's Salad Dressing image

WARNING: This salad dressing might not fit your tastes. Proceed with caution! :) My brother and I had one choice of dressing for our salads growing up...Mom's. I've tried for years to get her to give up the recipe but all she would say is "Sissy, I don't measure. You have to make this one from your memories." This is my attempt to create the dressing I grew up with and loved! It's not for everyone but it sure is a hit in our family. (My brother pretty much refuses to eat any salad without it.) Thanks Mom!

Provided by rickoholic83

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise (it MUST be Best Foods, according to Mom)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

Mix all ingredients together and chill for at least 4 hours.

Tips:

Make sure all ingredients are fresh for the best flavor.
Use extra virgin olive oil for a richer taste.
Adjust the amount of vinegar or lemon juice to your preferred tanginess.
Add a pinch of sugar or honey to balance the acidity.
For a creamier dressing, use mayonnaise or sour cream.
Experiment with different herbs and spices to create unique flavor combinations.
Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

With these simple tips, you can easily make a delicious homemade salad dressing that will elevate any salad. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your meals, give one of these recipes a try. Your taste buds will thank you!