Best 7 Sun Dried Tomato Dressing Recipes

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In this culinary journey, we bring you a symphony of flavors with our collection of sun-dried tomato dressing recipes. From the classic Italian dressing to the tangy vinaigrette, each recipe is a testament to the versatility of this Mediterranean staple. Dive into a world of bold and bright flavors with our easy-to-follow instructions, tailored for both novice and experienced cooks. Discover the perfect dressing to elevate your salads, grilled meats, and pasta dishes to new heights. Let your taste buds embark on an adventure as you explore the diverse range of sun-dried tomato dressings, each offering a unique twist to your culinary creations.

## Recipes:

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Italian Dressing**: A classic dressing that captures the essence of Italy, combining sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a blend of herbs, creating a harmonious balance of savory and tangy flavors.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette**: A lighter and brighter dressing that showcases the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes. With a base of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard, this vinaigrette brings a touch of acidity and a hint of sweetness to your dishes.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Dressing**: A creamy and flavorful dressing that combines the richness of pesto with the tanginess of sun-dried tomatoes. Made with basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, this dressing adds a touch of elegance to your meals.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Caesar Dressing**: A unique twist on the classic Caesar dressing, featuring the addition of sun-dried tomatoes for a burst of umami and a delightful smoky undertone. With anchovies, garlic, lemon juice, and mayonnaise, this dressing delivers a complex and satisfying flavor profile.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Ranch Dressing**: A creamy and tangy dressing that combines the best of both worlds – the richness of ranch dressing with the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes. Made with buttermilk, mayonnaise, herbs, and spices, this dressing adds a touch of indulgence to your favorite dishes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING



Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing image

This thick dressing doubles as a topping for burgers or as a dipping sauce for shrimp. Thin with a 1/2 cup water if you like a thinner dressing. Taken from Relish magazine.

Provided by tinebean21

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 7m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar or 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 shallot
4 basil leaves
1 teaspoon chopped chives
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except oil in a blender or food processor. Pulse until all tomatoes are finely chopped.
  • Add oil, a little at a time. Pulse until thick and well blended.

ORANGE CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING



Orange Cucumber Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Orange     Cucumber     Spring     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 navel oranges
1 (4-inch) piece seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped), thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon mild honey
1 tablespoon finely chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of cayenne

Steps:

  • Cut peel, including all white pith, from oranges and cut oranges crosswise into 1/4-inch slices.
  • Scatter orange slices and cucumbers on a platter.
  • Whisk together remaining ingredients in a bowl until combined, then pour over orange slices and cucumbers.

GRILLED TUNA SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING



Grilled Tuna Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Blender     Leafy Green     Tomato     Backyard BBQ     Tuna     Corn     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Sour Cream     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

For the dressing
1 large garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice plus additional to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 cup packed fresh coriander
10 cups loosely packed mesclun (mixed baby greens, available at specialty produce markets)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 cup cooked fresh corn (cut from about 2 ears)
two 1-inch-thick tuna steaks (about 1-1/2 pounds) olive oil for brushing the tuna nasturtium blossoms for garnish if desired

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a blender blend together the garlic, the vinegar, 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice, the sun-dried tomatoes, the plum tomatoes, and 1/4 cup water until the mixture is smooth and with the motor running add the oil in a stream. Add the sour cream, the coriander, the additional lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste and blend the dressing until it is combined well. (The dressing may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Let the dressing return to room temperature.)
  • In a large bowl toss the mesclun with the tomatoes and the corn and divide the mixture among 4 plates. Brush the tuna on both sides with the oil, season it with salt and pepper, and grill it on an oiled rack set about 4 inches over glowing coals for 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until is cooked to the desired degree. Let the tuna stand for 3 minutes and cut it against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Divide the tuna slices among the salads and pour about 1/4 cup of the dressing over each serving. Serve any remaining dressing separately and garnish the salads with nasturtium blossoms.

CHICKEN WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING



Chicken With Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing image

This is a quick and easy meal to make. I have cooked chicken with sun-dried tomato and oregano dressing for some time, but found a recipe in Chatelaine with the dried seasonings added. Original recipe called for 4 cloves of garlic, but I found that a bit much. I would only use 4 cloves if they were small. Wonderful flavor. Serve this with steamed green beans and rice pilaf.

Provided by heather in Ont

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken legs or 4 chicken thighs
1/2 cup bottled sun-dried tomato and oregano salad dressing
1 (1 tablespoon) bottle chopped garlic or 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil (optional)

Steps:

  • Using sharp knife, make 2 or 3 slashes in each piece of chicken.
  • Place chicken in a large plastic bag, then pour dressing overtop chicken.
  • Sprinkle with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Seal bag and shake or massage bag to mix spices and evenly coat chicken.
  • Refrigerate chicken in the bag with marinade at least 1 hour (preferably overnight) When ready to cook, heat barbeque to medium heat.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and pour remaining marinade into a small bowl.
  • Barbeque with lid closed 10 minutes.
  • Brush tops of chicken with remaining marinade, then turn chicken.
  • Turn chicken occasionally, while grilling 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Before serving sprinkle with basil.
  • Can be done in the oven at 350 degrees for approximately.
  • 40-45 min depending on size of chicken pieces.

SPINACH SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING



Spinach Salad With Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing image

This is a recipe that I did one day with ingredients I had in the house, and everyone liked it so much, I make it all the time. It uses sun dried tomato oil, which is drained from a jar of oil packed sun dried tomatoes. Being brought up a good frugal Dutch girl, I wanted to use that oil for something, besides stir frying. The dressing keeps for a while in the fridge, the salad ingredients are simple, so you can have this anytime.

Provided by Hag chef

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup oil, sun dried tomato oil drained from a jar of oil packed sundried tomatoes (or 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil)
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 cups Baby Spinach, washed and trimmed
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, julienned (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the sun dried tomato oil, red wine vinegar, honey and Dijon mustard.
  • For a thicker dressing, you can add an oil packed or reconstituted sun dried tomato, and process in a blender or food processor.
  • Put the baby spinach in a salad bowl, and toss with just enough of the dressing to lightly coat the spinach.
  • Sprinkle the sesame seeds, dried cranberries, and sun dried tomatoes, if using, over the top, and serve.
  • Alternatively, you can arrange the spinach on serving plates, drizzle with the dressing, then add the toppings to each plate. That way the cranberries and sun dried tomatoes won't sink to the bottom of the bowl, and makes a prettier presentation for a dinner party.

ROASTED GARLIC AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING FOR GREEK SALAD



Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing for Greek Salad image

This dressing also works well as a marinade for pork tenderloin or chicken. Everything can be made up ahead of time for last minute assembling.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head garlic, unpeeled
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 -2 tablespoon water
2 sun-dried tomatoes, minced
8 cups romaine lettuce leaves, torn
1 tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup kalamata olive
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Using a knife, slice off 1/4 to 1/2 inch from the top of unpeeled garlic head to expose cloves. Place garlic in a small dish and drizzle with 1/2 tsp oil. Cover with foil, then bake in oven until garlic feels soft when pressed, 25 - 35 minutes. Remove from oven and cool. The recipe only calls for 5 - 6 cloves. Use the rest for other dishes.
  • Mash 6 cloves with a fork. Stir in oregano, salt and pepper. Whisk in remaining oil, vinegar and enough water for a dressing consistency. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes. Taste and add additional salt if needed.
  • In a large bowl, toss lettuce with tomatoes and cucmber. Toss with dressing. Add olives and cheese and toss again.

BASIL & SUN-DRIED TOMATO DIP/DRESSING



Basil & Sun-Dried Tomato Dip/Dressing image

Make and share this Basil & Sun-Dried Tomato Dip/Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 c.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup light sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 -2 tablespoon finely chopped sun-dried tomato

Steps:

  • Stir sour cream with basil and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Serve over greens or with vegetables for dipping.
  • Stir before serving, as colour from tomatoes may darken sour cream.
  • Dressing will keep well, covered and refrigerted, for up to 3 days.

Tips:

  • Prep Your Vegetables: Chop and measure all your vegetables before you start cooking. This will save you time and keep your cooking organized.
  • Use a Variety of Textures: Incorporate a mix of textures into your dressing, such as crunchy nuts or seeds, creamy avocado, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Balance Your Flavors: Aim for a balance of sweet, sour, salty, and bitter flavors in your dressing. This will create a complex and satisfying taste.
  • Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, cilantro, or parsley, can add a burst of flavor to your dressing. Use them sparingly for a subtle touch or add more for a bolder flavor.
  • Let Your Dressing Marinate: If you have time, let your dressing marinate for at least 30 minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant flavors and versatile applications, sun-dried tomato dressing is a delicious and versatile addition to any kitchen. Whether you're using it as a salad dressing, marinade, or dipping sauce, this flavorful dressing is sure to impress. So next time you're looking for a new way to elevate your dishes, give sun-dried tomato dressing a try.

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