Easy Creamy Strawberry Balsamic Dressing Recipe
Published Aug 13, 2024
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This Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful addition to any of your favorite salads. It’s packed with the best flavor, is easy to prepare, and even offers an extra boost of protein. Make a big batch of this perfect dressing, and it’s sure to become a family favorite! Dairy-free option available.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Balsamic Dressing
Y’all know how much I love to make my own salad dressings, and today I have one that is just blowing my mind. It’s a creamy, tangy, Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette/Dressing made with creamy yogurt, sweet strawberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and other simple ingredients, seasonings, and additions that add to the amazing flavor.
It’s the perfect combination of sweet and tangy and works so well on any salad– from simple green salads to more complex entree salads– you can’t go wrong. You’ll love the added protein from the Greek yogurt and the rose pink hue adds a pop of color to any fresh bed of greens and veggies. This is the perfect summer salad dressing (or all year if you use frozen berries!).
There are so many delicious ways to use this homemade salad dressing. It’s as beautiful as it is tasty and you are going to love this delicious recipe!
Ingredient Notes
- fresh strawberries
- balsamic vinegar: Use good quality balsamic vinegar– you can find this at any grocery store or specialty market and probably already have it on hand.
- plain Greek yogurt: Or substitute dairy-free yogurt.
- extra virgin olive oil
- honey or maple syrup: Adjust the sweetness to taste.
- Dijon mustard
- lemon juice
- garlic
- chopped onion
- salt and black pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine the strawberries, balsamic vinegar, Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), and Dijon mustard. Blend until smooth and creamy. Give it a quick taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- This does yield a thicker dressing. If the dressing is too thick for you, add a little bit of water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Transfer the dressing to a glass jar with a lid or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Shake or stir well before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Use with any of your favorite salad recipes.
Mac’s Pro Tips
Expert Tips
- Variations: You can really use any berries in this recipe– raspberries would work well.
- Vegan version: To make this dressing vegan, use dairy-free yogurt and swap the honey for maple syrup.
- Frozen fruit: I used fresh ripe strawberries, but if they’re out of season, feel free to use frozen strawberries thawed at room temperature for best results.
Serving & Storage Tips
Use this dressing recipe in any of your favorite summer salads. I recommend a simple kale, arugula, or spinach salad with goat cheese or feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, pecans, or almonds, and fresh berries and veggies like red onion, bell pepper, and more. Top with this tasty dressing and enjoy! You can also use it on a fruit salad for a tangy, creamy topping to your favorite fresh fruit.
Transfer the dressing to a jar with a lid or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Give it a good shake or stir well before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Recipe FAQs
Balsamic vinaigrette and balsamic dressing differ in their ingredients and consistency. Balsamic vinaigrette is typically a lighter mixture made from balsamic vinegar and olive oil, seasoned with salt, pepper, mustard, and garlic. Its flavor is tangy and slightly sweet. On the other hand, balsamic dressing tends to be thicker and creamier, often containing additional ingredients like sweeteners, mayonnaise or yogurt, or other flavorings like fruit purees or spices. This results in a sweeter and richer taste. Today, we’re making a strawberry balsamic dressing that is a combo of both, yielding a creamy, tangy, and deliciously fruity dressing!
Yes! Simply swap out the Greek yogurt with your favorite dairy-free yogurt.
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Easy Creamy Strawberry Balsamic Dressing Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sub dairy-free yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp chopped onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine the strawberries, balsamic vinegar, Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), and Dijon mustard. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- If the dressing is too thick, add a little water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Shake or stir well before serving. Store in the refrigerator for 5 days.
Notes
Expert Tips
- Variations: You can really use any berries in this recipe– raspberries would work well.
- Vegan version: To make this dressing vegan, use dairy-free yogurt and swap the honey for maple syrup.
- Frozen fruit: I used fresh ripe strawberries, but if they’re out of season, feel free to use frozen strawberries thawed at room temperature for best results.
Serving & Storage Tips
Use this dressing recipe in any of your favorite summer salads. I recommend a simple kale or spinach salad with goat cheese or feta cheese, crunchy walnuts, pecans, or almonds, and fresh berries and veggies like red onion, bell pepper, and more. Top with this tasty dressing and enjoy! You can also use it on a fruit salad for a tangy, creamy topping to your favorite fresh fruit. Transfer the dressing to a jar with a lid or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Give it a good shake or stir well before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.Equipment
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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