Salad Dressing for Teenage Boys and Their Families

Elevate family mealtime with this versatile and crowd-pleasing "Salad Dressing for Teenage Boys and Their Families"! Designed to appeal to even the pickiest eaters, this quick 5-minute recipe combines a perfect balance of rich olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey for sweetness. A hint of Dijon mustard and garlic powder adds depth, while optional Parmesan cheese enhances its creamy, savory notes. Customizable to your taste, this dressing can be easily thinned with water for a smoother consistency and pairs beautifully with fresh greens, roasted vegetables, or as a flavorful dipping sauce. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this go-to dressing will quickly become a household favorite. Perfect for busy families seeking healthy, homemade salad dressing ideas!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a mason jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard.

Step 2

Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 3

If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for a rich, cheesy flavor profile.

Step 4

Whisk all the ingredients together vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified, or if using a mason jar, secure the lid and shake well.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning (add more salt, pepper, or honey for sweetness, if needed).

Step 6

If the dressing is too thick, gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, to reach your preferred consistency while whisking or shaking between additions.

Step 7

Serve immediately drizzled over fresh greens, grilled vegetables, or as a dipping sauce for crunchy veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(387.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2277.5

Total Fat 229.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.2g
Cholesterol 8.9mg	0%
Sodium 1687.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 43.5g
Protein 4.7g	0%

Vitamin D 2.1IU	0%
Calcium 158.1mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 201.3mg	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: 90.8%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 8.4%