Best 3 Sweet Honey Salad Dressing For Bitter Free Salads Recipes

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Craving a salad dressing that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy? Look no further than our collection of honey salad dressing recipes. These dressings are not only versatile, complementing a wide range of salads, but also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of pantry staples. From a classic honey mustard dressing to a zesty honey citrus vinaigrette, our recipes cater to diverse taste preferences. Each dressing is carefully crafted to enhance the flavors of your favorite salad ingredients, transforming them into a symphony of taste. Prepare to elevate your salads to new heights with our delectable honey salad dressing recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET 'N' SOUR SALAD DRESSING



Sweet 'n' Sour Salad Dressing image

For the salad, Molly relies on a tangy dressing she's been whipping up since childhood. "This is my signature dressing,: she writes. "I don't know where it came from originally, but I still have the tattered recipe card, written in my childish scrawl."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Torn salad greens

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad greens.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET HONEY MUSTARD SALAD DRESSING



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Light, not too sweet, not too mustardy. Just right for a nice, fresh spinach salad or a chef's salad. Good for ham glaze, barbecued ribs and chicken, leg of lamb, pork roast, etc. Can be used with shredded cabbage for coleslaw.

Provided by Whitehawkd

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 8m

Yield 2 Tbsp, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
6 teaspoons honey mustard
4 teaspoons honey
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil or 1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
2 tablespoons 2% low-fat milk or 2 tablespoons buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together.
  • Store in refrigerator until ready to use. Good for 5 to 7 days.

HONEY FRUIT SALAD



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A light honey and lime dressing brings out the flavor of canned and fresh fruits. This is a colorful addition to any early-morning meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Brunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup green grapes
1 cup halved fresh strawberries
1 medium firm banana, sliced
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds
Fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine fruit. In a small bowl, combine the honey, lime juice, zest and vanilla. Pour over fruit; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with poppy seeds. Garnish with mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the most of this dressing, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh honey, in particular, will have a more complex flavor than store-bought honey.
  • If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can substitute another type of mustard, such as yellow or brown mustard. However, Dijon mustard has a more complex flavor that will complement the other ingredients in the dressing.
  • If you want a sweeter dressing, add more honey to taste. If you want a tangier dressing, add more vinegar or lemon juice.
  • This dressing is best used fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to use it, whisk it well before serving.
  • This dressing is versatile and can be used on a variety of salads. It's especially good on bitter greens, such as arugula, radicchio, and dandelion greens.

Conclusion:

This honey salad dressing is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your salads. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be whipped up in just a few minutes. The dressing is sweet and tangy, with a hint of Dijon mustard. It's perfect for bitter greens or any other type of salad. Give it a try the next time you're looking for a new salad dressing recipe.

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