Chef Salad Dressing

Elevate your salads with this creamy, tangy Chef Salad Dressing that brings a restaurant-quality touch to your table in just 10 minutes! Made with a luscious combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of honey for sweetness, this recipe balances perfectly with the zest of white vinegar and Dijon mustard. Subtle notes of garlic and onion powder add depth, while freshly chopped parsley (optional) adds a pop of freshness and color. Easily customizable to your preferred thickness with a splash of milk, this versatile dressing is perfect not only for drizzling over crisp chef’s salads but also as a flavorful dip for veggies. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this homemade salad dressing will become a staple in your kitchen, storing beautifully for up to a week in the fridge.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the white vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk again to fully incorporate the wet ingredients.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Slowly whisk in the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.

Step 5

If using fresh parsley, fold it into the dressing for an extra layer of flavor and freshness.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve drizzled over a chef's salad or use as a dip for vegetables. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(453.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2060.7

Total Fat 199.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 295.5mg	0%
Sodium 2168.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 5.4g	0%

Vitamin D 13.0IU	0%
Calcium 210.5mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 140.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.5%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 13.4%