Never Buy Salad Dressing Again (Make These Instead)

This is salad dressing 101. Your essential guide on how to make 6 salad dressings AND the lettuces to pair them with. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/BrianLagerstrom for a free LMNT sample pack with any order.
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Note: Vinaigrettes will stay good in the fridge for about 2 weeks. Creamy dressings will be closer to 7-10 days.
Mustard Balsamic Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
▪60g (1/4c) balsamic vinegar
▪20g (1T) honey
▪20g (4t) grainy mustard
▪20g (2T) finely minced shallots (rinsed)
▪2 cloves garlic (smashed)
▪10-12 cranks of fresh cracked black pepper
▪210g (1c) extra virgin olive oil
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine the vinegar, honey, mustard, shallots, garlic, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
2. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while continuously whisking to create an emulsion.
PAIR WITH: Arugula or spring mix
Italian House Dressing
Ingredients:
▪25g (2T) champagne vinegar
▪45g (3T) white distilled vinegar
▪15g (1T) sugar
▪5g (1t) salt
▪25g (5t) grainy mustard
▪1 garlic clove
▪10g (1T) bell pepper
▪A strong pinch each of oregano, basil, chili flake, and black pepper
▪20g (2-3T) red onion
▪250g (1c) neutral oil (e.g., avocado oil)
Instructions:
1. In a high-sided container, combine the champagne vinegar, white distilled vinegar, sugar, salt, grainy mustard, garlic clove, bell pepper, oregano, basil, chili flake, black pepper, and red onion.
2. Use an immersion blender to blend the ingredients until the onion, pepper, and mustard are fully broken down.
3. With the immersion blender running, slowly stream in the neutral oil to create an emulsion.
PAIR WITH: Little gem or Romaine
salad inspo: Chopped little gem, chopped salami, pepperoncinis, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozz, grated parm
Caesar Dressing
Ingredients:
▪1 egg yolk
▪1 garlic clove (slivered)
▪50g (1/4c) lemon juice
▪10g (2t) water
▪45g (1/3 cup) grated parmesan
▪1 (2oz/50g) can of anchovies, drained & rinsed
▪275g (1 1/4c) neutral oil (e.g., avocado oil)
Instructions:
1. In a high-sided container, combine the egg yolk, garlic, lemon juice, water, parm, & rinsed anchovies.
2. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth
3. With the immersion blender running, slowly stream in oil to create an emulsion.
PAIR WITH: Little gem, romaine, or raw kale
Composed salad inspo: chopped little gem, fried breadcrumbs, grated parm, chicken
*Poppy Seed Dressing
Ingredients:
▪25g (2T) champagne vinegar
▪55g (1/4c) white distilled vinegar
▪40g (2 1/2T) grainy mustard
▪15g (1T) mayo
▪40g (3T) sugar
▪3g (1/2t) salt
▪1g (1/3t) black pepper
▪235g (1c) neutral oil (e.g., avocado, canola oil)
▪15g (1 1/2T) poppy seeds
Instructions:
1. In a high-sided container, combine the vinegars, mustard, mayo, sugar, salt, & pepper. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth
2. With the immersion blender running, slowly stream in the oil to create an emulsion.
3. Once all the oil is incorporated, stir in the poppy seeds
PAIR WITH: bitter greens
salad inspo: frisee, blue cheese, shaved apples, toasted walnuts, shaved fennel
Asian Peanut Ginger Dressing
Ingredients:
▪20g (3T) ginger (grated)
▪5g (1t) garlic (grated)
▪90g (6T) rice vinegar
▪90g (5T) soy sauce
▪30g (1-2T) sriracha
▪50g (1/4c) sugar
▪45g (3T) sesame oil
▪110g (1/2 cup) creamy unsweetened peanut butter
Instructions:
1. In a high-sided container, combine the ginger, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, sriracha, sugar, sesame oil, & peanut butter.
2. Blend with immersion blender until smooth
PAIR WITH:
salad inspo: shredded napa, red cabbage, romaine, shaved carrots, chopped peanuts, cilantro, chicken
Ranch Dressing
Ingredients:
▪1 large egg yolk
▪20g (2T) chopped and rinsed shallots
▪1 garlic clove (slivered)
▪15g (1T) lemon juice
▪5g (1t) salt
▪60g (1/4c) buttermilk
▪60g (1/4 cup) sour cream
▪240g (1 cup) neutral oil (e.g., avocado canola oil)
Instructions:
1. In a high-sided container, combine the egg yolk, shallots, garlic, lemon juice, salt, buttermilk, and sour cream. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth
2. With the immersion blender running, slowly stream in the oil to create an emulsion.
PAIR WITH: Little gem, romaine
salad inspo: fried breadcrumbs, pickled red onions, picked herbs
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Mustard Balsamic Vinaigrette
2:00 Italian House Dressing
3:31 Caesar
5:07 Poppyseed + staying hydrated
7:43 Asian Peanut Ginger
8:39 Ranch
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[@good_beans]

I've been making that italian house dressing ever since you showed it off in your pasta salad video. I put it on everything, salads, pastas, potatoes, chicken... It's so good.

[@DisruptedSinner]

Wow... I hadn't even thought about putting these on pasta, potatoes or chicken. Awesome - thanks for the idea!

[@andreasnyder2135]

Came here to say the same thing. I have this recipe printed out and stuck to my fridge. It's the perfect Italian dressing that I could never figure out before!

[@PeppaSauceQn]

Lol same, been making it for a very long time. Found that any of those dressings would be great as a marinade on some kind of meat application. The balsamic one is incredible on salmon or chicken thighs! I'm going to try the other ones from this video but I've had them all in some variation.

[@ChrisMezzolesta]

BINGO!!!! A mainstay in our house, easily the best we've ever had.

[@johnpinneriv9958]

Ha! Exact same here. I love that dressing. Thanks, Bri!

[@hansgrueber8169]

Not just for greens, EVERY food is a RD³. (Ranch Dressing Delivery Device)

[@BrianLagerstrom]

agree.

[@sjaustindotcom]

Every food except Buffalo wings. 😉

[@tammyschilling5362]

that's my 13 year old's position. I think he would eat boots if you put ranch dressing on it.

[@Lostboy811]

So ice cream, cake, pie😂

[@VeshSneaks]

@@Lostboy811 *every* food.

[@pezboy715]

I just went down a big rabbit hole the other day looking for a good “comprehensive” salad dressing guide or source and lo and behold, here comes Bri from the top rope! The best food content on YT, hands down. Thanks for the guidance!

[@toxicwaltzn8175]

Schweet! I need some salad recipes for hot days where I don’t want to even think about hearing up the kitchen.

[@LanderYomismo]

Chickpeas with radish, cooked potato, tuna belly, red onion, lemon...

[@pyrodoll7137]

I wish I could give my local Polish restaurant to every person ever. They make this beet salad that's spring mix, beets, feta, radish, and some other crisp cool veg with this pink creamy-ish house made vinaigrette. I absolutely CRAVE that salad full time, but especially on the hot days when heating the kitchen is not an option.

[@LanderYomismo]

@@pyrodoll7137 I forgot to say feta cheese. Thank you 🤭❤️🙏

[@pyrodoll7137]

@@LanderYomismo Feta improves everything by at least 70%

[@LanderYomismo]

@@pyrodoll7137 You're right . But well drained ✌️

[@trevorreniger5670]

Oh man... This is going to be my most referenced video you've ever made. I make my wife and daughter dinner every night and we always have a salad. I've honestly never even really given thought to making dressings. (we typically just use a good Italian, Greek, Caesar, or Braggs vinegarette) This is going to be a game changer. Thanks, Bri!

[@patcaza6166]

I still believe that Brian deserves to have his own cookbook

[@prestonmelkerson7809]

I went to Barnes and nobles just assuming he had one. I looked like a fool for about 15 minutes.

[@cdub42]

Honestly, his content could support several cookbooks. He made a survey post a little while ago being like "which kind of cookbook should I make" and I was just like "literally all of them" lol.

[@Bran.S4004]

I was literally just thinking that he should make a cookbook. All his recipes have worked out extremely well!

[@briananderson974]

Celebrity chef cookbooks are one of those things that are going away. If he can keep his channel monetized he will make way more money. I get that for some a hardcover book is always their preference but its becoming a thing of the past. He definitely deserves recognition.

[@Leg239]

Books are for has beens. Let him grow

[@dimilton3166]

Thank you for showing which lettuce goes best with each dressing and taking the time to show what the soggy/soiled options will look like. That’s detail that’s MUCH appreciated

[@shermaynebrown5165]

Right! This is my favorite part!! Sooooo good to know!!!

[@JastaAdventures]

I appreciate you telling us which lettuce/greens go with each dressing!

[@stonerscravings]

My husband just said he could eat salad every day. Which I took as a hint. Perfect timing on the dressing vid. Thanks Bri!😊

[@lars277]

I have started making my old favorite that I learned from my Swedish grandmother. Cole slaw with a vinaigrette based dressing instead of mayo based. Apple cider, olive oil, celery seeds, cabbage, basil, mustard powder, honey, brown spicy mustard, onions, shredded carrots, bell pepper, are some of its' staple ingredients. I love the stuff and it loves me back. Very digestible and healthy. I add things like radish slices etc. You can customize like you want. I have a batch in the fridge now.

[@jofie9582]

Brian… youre killing it with these videos. I honestly think you’re producing the best home chef content on KZbin right now 💯

[@damianchenot2667]

Next time could you add in a dressing like French or Catalina? I'm a big fan of Catalina dressing and would love to see your take on it!

[@NewVenari]

I came to the comments for exactly this lol

[@lauradeupree7590]

Ditto - would love to see some less-found but still classic dressings. I vote for whatever the Esperanza dressing at Mellow Mushroom is!

[@quartzofcourse]

I need a blue cheese recommendation, marezetti is killing my grocery budget

[@BigMcL4rgehuge]

Your Caesar has been in my rotation ever since you dropped that caesar salad video back in the day; I have those ingredients and proportions committed to memory at this point

[@jeannepeterson81]

I want to make these but don't know where to read them.

[@mannagrynet]

Been getting super into having a big bowl of salad ready in the fridge at all time, with paper towels in the bottom the keep it fresh, but I definitely need to step up my dressing game after watching this!

[@K-MHamm]

Hey Bri, thanks for sharing! I see you mixing the dressings in a Ninja Creami container. Can we expect a video on interesting ice cream flavors (to break from your usual vanilla/chocolate/strawberry) in the future? :)

[@YouTube_can_ESAD]

Game recognizes game… Good eye! Agreed on Creami recipes from his repertoire, could be another great series, I use a lot of Salt and Straw recipes from their book.

[@K-MHamm]

@@KZbin_can_ESAD good shout, I‘ll check them out!

[@williamrpetrie]

Hey, Bri… You’ve done pan sauces to up your game, and salad dressings. What about a kit of sauces to make on the fly for grilling season? Chimichurri, tzatziki, bbq, compound butter, etc.

[@mecha6510]

brian you absolute unit you're timing has done it AGAIN

[@kylehowe1777]

What is the recommended shelf life for these when stored in the fridge?

[@BrianLagerstrom]

7 days for creamy 14 for vins

[@jimmycapp29]

The washing of red onions and shallots is a great pro move I've learned from your channel. Thanks, Bri!

[@karenfox1671]

I just finished making your Italian dressing again, thinking how nice it will be when you release new recipes. Wow, what a great new selection. I can't wait to try them all. Especially the Poppy Seed Dressing with the bitter greens and shaved apples. Something new for every dinner party this summer! Thanks so much you guys😘

[@jocamd3941]

I just made your Caesar last week and it was the best salad dressing I’d ever had. It makes me super excited to try these other ones. You’re the man!

[@DukeJarboe]

Bro, great job with this channel. It ain't easy making banging content that satisfies the algorithm to be timely on trends on release yet evergreen to last beyond the "now". Love all the thought that goes into your content. I can't imagine how hard the grind is to stay on top of your game, but you're doing it bro! Ive made many of your recipes and they're all flawless. Hard to achieve. I really hope you keep going strong. Im sure its difficult at times. But as someone who's seen many KZbinrs rise and become victims of their success, i think you'll kill it through all the ups and downs. Im sure you're very aware of Joshua, and i think he's been very successful at navigating success. Something Babish hasnt done to the same degree (at least for me). But i think you've got staying power that won't be compromised. Love your channel. Wish Byron Talbot had gone the distance. A collab of you two would be dope boy fresh. Thanks for all the pizza recipes! You are, without a doubt, the KZbin pizza czar!

[@dimilton3166]

That sound bite immediately before ranch was excellent. I love Bri’s comedic timing so much!☺️

[@joshuabloom3526]

I'm at a point where I can like your videos before I even watch them. 😂

[@aaronbailey9454]

Same 😂

[@sleepyzeph]

im good at sauces and bad at salads, so i really really appreciate the tips about what kinds of greens to use with each dressing, and the reasoning for each. it's something i hadn't considered before and it makes a lot of sense, im excited to go salading now! also i love all kinds of peanut curries and sauces and stuff and it never occurred to me that you could have a peanut based salad dressing. looking forward to trying that one for sure.

[@LazarusLong10]

Making your own dressing is a game changer if you want to eat more salad. I can only make 3 variations and its enough to get family members to ask me for pre made bottles.

[@lenoredoll1]

You're driving me crazy with those Ninja Creami containers! These are recipes for mysteriously onion and garlic flavored ice cream! 😆

[@MrOffTrail]

Nah, the “big dog” is Blue Cheese dressing. That’s the Mastiff of dressings. Serve it on a wedge of iceberg, with crumbled bacon, a bit of diced summer tomato, and freshly ground pepper. Btw, the original ranch dressing had dill weed, parlsey, and chives as well. Not saying this would be bad, as it does get some allium flavor from the shallot & garlic, but it won’t taste quite like *Ranch*. Especially without the dill.

[@kimesser2318]

Just add blue cheese to his ranch.

[@Ivka17]

Perfect! Thank you so much, dear Bri!

[@JjrShabadoo]

I was initially confused about the lack of herbs in the ranch, but I think it’s super interesting to think of the fresh herbs as a combo of garnish greens in the salad instead. Great call, Bri.

[@susi28]

Never heard or made poppy seed salad dressing... definitely the first one i'll make

[@marksizer3486]

No "bake until crust is burned" in this one! I do love the breads; I just don't bake them as long. I've been making my own French dressing for years. Thanks for the new options.

[@nw4827]

This is the exact video I've been waiting for. Thanks bro

[@GlennTillema]

I am so glad you shared this! I think of all of the food you make your sauces and dressings are incredible!

[@emmy3192]

I really appreciate all the detail and the follow-up with the type of to use. Can't wait to try these!

[@gypsywolf2061]

These all look amazing! What I really love is that you let us know what lettuce each one pairs with the best. Thank you sooo much for sharing this with us!

[@user-uz8js5bm9i]

This is awesome!! Thank you Bribri

[@StephanieJoRountree]

Thank you! These all look delicious!

[@JayNYOne]

Bri Guy! Perfect timing for this. Thanks, as always.

[@permanentfitness1919]

Best Greek salad dressings (1 creamy/ 1 traditional) Traditional - 2 tablespoons quality olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon brine from kalamata olives 1/4-1/2 teaspoon oregano 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt Creamy - 2 tablespoons quality olive oil 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon crumbled feta 1/2 teaspoon dill 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt Trust me - they're excellent - if anything, maybe tinker with the ratios for your own tastes

[@connorgray7688]

Your salad series is top tier

[@lewisbulled6764]

Love the way you said which green is most suitable for each dressing - great video!

[@EmanuelaleunamE]

THANK YOU for suggesting lettuce pairings! ❤

[@silviace17]

We need a part 2!!!!! This was so good

[@maxpagan635]

saving this video forever thanks brian

[@barbiec4312]

Mouth watering over these easy to make dressings. Thank you!❤

[@sarahhnamz]

Bro I love salad I can't wait to go to the store and get everything I need for these. I'm literally going to make my family try a salad a day. ITS GOING TO BE SO FUN

[@BrakesBake]

Wow, Bri my husband and I just love these dressings. Thank you so much for sharing

[@kencase2179]

They all sound delicious! Thanks for the recipes, Brian!

[@ryanb.31funky]

couldn't save this any faster to my recipes playlist! Thank You Bri!

[@aab8469]

Looks great thanks Bro

[@CoolJay77]

These are keepers, I trust Brian's recipes.

[@MariDorot]

Ooooh so excited for this 🥰

[@churchgest]

The greens recommendations was next level. Thank you for a fresh take on a salad dressing recipe video

[@BLACKbloodPUNK]

Literally yesterday I was looking for a video to make some salad dressing, thank you!

[@tashatopalakis2035]

Bri-- thank you for giving us your very best salad dressings!! Along with excellent salad recipes. I appreciate your explanation of the choice of greens & spices! 🔝❤🙏🏼

[@arbuildingservices]

Nailed it Bri, excellent tutorial. Thank you pal

[@Eyjyaysy]

Can't wait to try these. I've been making the Italian dressing for a long time and it's always a hit. Every single one of his recipes that I've made have been AMAZING. there's been many other KZbin chef's recipes I've tried and so many times it doesn't come out right. These recipes are always so well thought out and we're given detailed instructions and measurements. This is how much i trust his recipes : i last minute had 10 people coming over for dinner and i made the chicken souvlaki without testing it out before hand. Those people are still talking about how good that dinner was! If you haven't already, make his Chicken souvlaki, Caesar salad, chicken shawarma tacos, and this Italian dressing. Those have been my favs so far. Thank you, Brian!

[@BrianLagerstrom]

Thanks for the trust 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@robertbauer3676]

His no flower chocolate cake is also amazing.

[@rhoml]

Hey Bri! These are amazing thank you

[@KevinFlynn1967]

Love the video Bri! I will be trying these in the future, thank you!

[@sv8911]

Just threw the mustard balsamic together. It emulsified beautifully and, WOW, that's tasty. Excellent dressing compilation.

[@Banditxam4]

Color grading back to how it used to ... Love it...

[@BlueBayouLA]

Another excellent video, thank you!

[@user-yp2kp1mj2q]

you're so precious. your smile was brighter than usual in the intro and it was SO HEARTWARMING.

[@ZainAli-oy9xf]

I used to only make lemon vinaigrettes and Caesar dressing, thanks for expanding my repertoire. Your content has been great for supplementing my cooking skills!

[@wkusam123]

Thank you for adding the table/teaspoon measurements to this. I accept that measuring by grams is better, but I'm never going to do that, so I appreciate the additional info!

[@waynejkl4035]

I've never used my immersion blander for making dressing, but it makes total sense. I'm going to try it out next time!

[@donnab3183]

Thank you!! 😍

[@tomobrien9483]

Yummy. Definitely!

[@xblthatguy7175]

I just had poppyseed dressing for the first time last week and was looking for a recipe. Thank you!

[@JoeAuerbach]

I appreciate the use of the creami containers for dressing here

[@BrianLagerstrom]

haha yeah, my good 'ol cuisinart container finally cracked

[@jacksonfl]

This video is a knockout. I'm saving this, because I expect to come back to it over and over.

[@melindafisher1584]

Made your caesar dressing two weeks ago after watching another video of yours - it is the best!! So much better than bottled. I'm a convert and going to throw out all the bottled dressings in my refrigerator. Can't wait to try all of these recipes.

[@andrearoepke5458]

Thank you for inspiring me to get back into making my own dressings! Fell out of the habit for our daily lunches. Excited to try all of these.

[@StephenieWith3Es]

Never thought to consider the lettuce or greens being used. Thanks for the tip 🥬!

[@trinity6diversia]

This is awesome! I have some kale I need to eat up, and now I have some options for dressing!

[@armandfleming2371]

This is perfect for the hot summer months here in Alabama. I'm going to make several of these!

[@chbedient4394]

I don't know if I have ever craved a salad like I do now after watching this. Strong work making lettuce, aka crispy water, look amazing!

[@annabeckman4386]

This video came at the perfect time!! Salad a day diet, starting.... NOW!

[@julieDJTFP]

Great video! I used to make homemade dressing and then stopped when I got married because my husband likes creamy dressings. Will have to try at least 3 of these!

[@kennyboy6325]

Dude, thank you for this. I've been lacking a creative edge in the kitchen, because I focus so much energy on the protein, roast, main course part of meals. Sometimes I just straight forget about taking time to make the sides something special. Lettuce and kale are popping off in my garden, right now. I'm going to experiment with a few of these. Thanks, again!

[@alexanderluna4598]

I make a simple honey mustard dressing. Literally just honey and mustard but you can add spices if u want. But I always make it fresh since honey firms up in the fridge.

[@bierbrauer11]

Awesome video - great for summertime when we eat more salads!

[@pigmango]

I’m in Australia and we usually just use light Italian dressing on everything. But this great video makes me want to try them all!

[@TenUniverse]

We were just saying we wanted to make our own! Thank you!

[@teresitawilliams3011]

Thanks a lot for sharing your salad dressings. They are all good!

[@ChefBrianLagerstrom]

Thank you for your lovely compliment. I hope my recipe was able to help you

[@ChefBrianLagerstrom]

Thank you for your lovely compliment. I hope my recipe was able to help you

[@Evershifting]

This video on dressings has been added to a folder with my other favorite video on pan sauces! Thanks for making my life tastier =]

[@wickbom86]

Thanks Bri, real good recipees! /🇸🇪

[@marcelaa.4116]

Excelente video. Muy buenas ideas, los haré en casa. Gracias!

[@asherbelles1305]

Made the basalmic tonight for dinner. Fantastic reviews from wife and teen. Garden salad w chopped pastrami. Delicious

[@_SurferGeek_]

I'll bet that Asian Peanut Ginger would make great dipping sauce for spring rolls!

[@wormulous]

What timing! Lettuce is slowly growing outside and I just delved into italian dressing and not just plain vinaigrettes.

[@StuJones86]

New Caesar variation just dropped! One of the staple dinners in our house is the chicken Caesar salad from a year or two ago. Gonna have to try this new version....along with all the rest. Thanks Bri!

[@s888marks]

9:02 You can also pasteurize eggs on your own if you have a sous vide cooker. Cook at 135F for 75 minutes according to the Anova Culinary website. Whites come out cloudy but texture should be the same.

[@rcmarcelo68]

Hola Brian, Amazing video as always!!! I will try most of them. Congrats for using Metric Units!!! Cheers from Buenos Aires (AR)

[@blainespaulding3197]

Thanks Brian! Still miss the happy dance! We used to do it right along with you!!

[@Lollygag_X]

Just made the Italian, and it's the bomb!! Personal taste for next time, I'm ommiting the sugar for a mini squiz of honey and either swapping or supplementing the mustard for dijon. Its a touch too sweet and could use more bite. More red pepper could be good as well. Looking forward to trying the others!!

[@StayPrimal]

Wow thats very interesting cheers Brian

[@MayorOfFlavor]

Great vid thanks

[@luvshus]

Made the Caesar dressing to go with dinner tonight, a chicken cutlet topped with ceasar salad. Gonna have it as a spread on a sandwich tomorrow. I’m positive I’ll be finding so many uses for it. Then I’ll have to choose the next dressing to try ❤