Discover 18 delicious dressing recipes to elevate your meals! From creamy classics like ranch and French salad to zesty vinaigrettes bursting with citrus and herbs, these easy-to-make dressings are perfect for adding flavor and variety to your salads, bowls, roasted veggies, and even marinades. Whether you’re looking for something light and refreshing or rich and indulgent, these recipes will transform your everyday meals into something extraordinary.

Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

A bowl of mixed green lettuce leaves and cherry tomatoes topped with brown salad dressing, perfect for those who love fresh salads and trying new dressing recipes.
Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

A classic with a tangy twist! This balsamic vinaigrette combines the richness of balsamic vinegar with just the right hint of sweetness for perfectly balanced flavor.
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French Salad Dressing

French Salad Dressing. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This vibrant dressing is both tangy and sweet, with a creamy texture that brings bold flavor to your greens. It has just the right kick to turn any salad into a treat.
Get the Recipe: French Salad Dressing

Green Goddess Dressing

A white cup filled with green soup sits next to cucumber slices and cherry tomatoes on a white plate, making a fresh pairing for salads or creative dressing recipes served in stylish bowls.
Green Goddess Dressing. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Loaded with fresh herbs and creamy goodness, this dressing is a luscious addition to any dish. Its green hue and earthy flavors make every bite irresistible.
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Fruit Salad with Pecans and Honey Dressing

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Fruit Salad with Pecans and Honey Dressing. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

A drizzle of honey combined with crunchy pecans makes this dressing a blend of sweetness and texture. It’s just what your fruit salad needs.
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Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

A white bowl filled with tri-color rotini pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber chunks, and feta cheese on a red-and-white checkered tablecloth.
Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This easy-to-make pasta salad is a symphony of flavors, thanks to colorful veggies, hearty pasta, and zesty Italian dressing. It’s a must-try dish that’s so simple to whip up!
Get the Recipe: Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

Italian Dressing

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Italian Dressing. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Simple, herbaceous, and full of savory notes, this classic Italian dressing pairs effortlessly with crisp greens and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Get the Recipe: Italian Dressing

Homemade Ranch Dressing

Ranch dressing in a glass bowl with sticks of veggies.
Homemade Ranch Dressing. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Creamy, zesty, and made from scratch, this is the ranch dressing you never knew you needed. Once you taste it, you’ll never go back!
Get the Recipe: Homemade Ranch Dressing

Easy Citrus Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe

Easy Citrus Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Bright, tangy, and full of zest, this citrus vinaigrette is sunshine in a bottle. It’s a light option that complements any leafy greens beautifully.
Get the Recipe: Easy Citrus Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe

Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing Using Greek Yogurt

A bowl of salad with grilled chicken, bacon, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, cucumber, lettuce, cheese, lime wedges, and ranch dressing being spooned on top.
Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing Using Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Creamy and protein-packed, this ranch dressing made with Greek yogurt keeps things light without losing that rich flavor. Ideal for your next Cobb salad.
Get the Recipe: Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing Using Greek Yogurt

Berry Salad with Blueberry Dressing

A salad with strawberries, blueberries and feta cheese.
Berry Salad with Blueberry Dressing. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Bursting with fruity notes, this blueberry dressing takes a simple salad to the next level. It’s a refreshing splash of flavor that’s perfect for any berry lover!
Get the Recipe: Berry Salad with Blueberry Dressing

Homemade Zesty Italian Seasoning and Dressing Mix

A jar of homemade zesty Italian seasoning and dressing mix.
Homemade Zesty Italian Seasoning and Dressing Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This zesty homemade mix doubles as a seasoning and dressing. Add it to your salads or marinate meats for a bold burst of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Zesty Italian Seasoning and Dressing Mix

Coleslaw with Creamy Dressing

A picture of low-carb coleslaw recipe with creamy dressing in glass bowl.
Coleslaw with Creamy Dressing. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Shredded cabbage and carrots come together in a rich, creamy dressing that’s slightly tangy and perfectly balanced.
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Kale Apple Salad with Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

A bowl of kale salad on a wooden table.
Kale Apple Salad with Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Crisp kale and juicy apple slices come together in this wholesome dish, elevated by a rich and creamy poppy seed dressing. Each forkful strikes a satisfying balance between refreshing crunch and a hint of sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Kale Apple Salad with Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

Avocado Cilantro Dressing

Avocado cilantro dressing being poured into a small dish.
Avocado Cilantro Dressing. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This silky-smooth blend of avocado, cilantro, and lime is a dream for creamy dressing lovers. It’s light, fresh, and packed with zesty flavor.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Cilantro Dressing

Black Bean Salad with Cumin-Lime Dressing

Black Bean Salad with Cumin-Lime Dressing. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Spiced with earthy cumin and brightened with a squeeze of lime, this dressing is the perfect companion to a vibrant black bean salad.
Get the Recipe: Black Bean Salad with Cumin-Lime Dressing

Creamy Salsa Dressing (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)

Overhead shot of creamy salsa dressing in a glass jar surrounded by cilantro, fresh tomatoes, and a halved lime.
Creamy Salsa Dressing (Chick-Fil-A Copycat). Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This creamy dressing inspired by Chick-Fil-A’s salsa ranch pairs perfectly with salads, wraps, or even as a dip for fries.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Salsa Dressing (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)

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