21 Low-Calorie Salad Dressing Ideas for Weight Loss

When you want a dependable set of recipes without searching through dozens of pages, this collection brings the ideas together in one place. The recipes are arranged in a new order, and each entry includes ingredients and step-by-step instructions so you can choose what fits your kitchen and schedule.

1. Greek Salad Dressing

Easy Greek Salad Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [’10’, ’10 servings’]

This Greek Salad Dressing is bursting with fresh flavor and will upgrade any salad! This recipe is comes together in 5 minutes with just a few simple pantry staples!

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a mason jar, cover and shake vigorously until emulsified.
2. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Serve and enjoy!

2. Yuzu Dressing

Yuzu Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 people’]

Light and tangy with a hint of ginger, this aromatic Yuzu dressing recipe is intensely invigorating. The savoury, zesty flavours are a refreshing choice to amp up your garden salads or use as a dipping yuzu sauce for noodle dishes.

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp tamari
• 4 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp yuzu juice
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 inch ginger (grated)

Instructions

1. Add tamari, water, yuzu juice and sesame oil together in a small mixing bowl.
2. Grate in fresh ginger and whisk well together.

3. Santa Fe Ranch

Santa Fe Ranch is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘1’, ‘1 cup’]

Zesty taco meets ranch flavours in this light and creamy Greek yogurt ranch recipe! Use it as a dip, salad dressing and more.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
• 1/2 tsp dill weed

Instructions

1. Mix all of the ingredients until well combined. Taste and add additional salt or seasoning if needed. Stir in 1-2 tbsp of water if you would like a thinner consistency.
2. Use as desired or chill in the refrigerator.

4. Tahini Dressing

Lemon Tahini Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: 3

This vegan creamy Lemon tahini dressing is perfect on any salad, as a veggie dip, a spread for sandwiches or a sauce on Falafel.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup tahini paste
• 1 lemon juice- about 3 tablespoons
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons warm water, more as needed
• 1 crushed garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine tahini, crushed garlic, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
2. Add1 tablespoon warm water, and whisk some more. If your dressing is too thick, add another table spoon of warm water, or until it becomes creamy in texture.
3. Taste, and adjust the flavor with more lemon juice or salt if needed.
4. Serve on a salad or over Falafel.
5. Enjoy!

5. Vegan Pink Sauce Ranch Dressing

Vegan Pink Sauce Ranch Dressing Recipe is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Total: PT45M · Yield: [’16’]

This vegan pink sauce recipe is a copycat version of the viral Tiktok infamous pink sauce that everybody is talking about…wondering about… My pink sauce is made vegan with cashews and includes dragon fruit and ranch dressing seasonings that make for a creamy, sweet, and tangy dipping sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cashews (raw, soaked)
• 3/4 cup plant milk (unsweetened)
• ⅔ cup dragon fruit (see notes)
• 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup (optional see notes)
• 1 clove garlic
• ¾ teaspoons salt
• ½-1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 Tablespoon fresh dill
• ½ Tablespoon chopped chives
• ½ Tablespoon chopped parsley
• pinch of black pepper

Instructions

1. Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 30 minutes. Drain and throw out the water. If the cashews are a little older, you might need to soak them for up to two hours.
2. Cut the dragon fruit in half and scoop out pieces to equal ⅔ cup. Peel the garlic clove. There is no need to chop. Chop the fresh herbs and set them aside.
3. Add all ingredients except for the maple syrup, dill, parsley, and chives to a high-speed blender. Add the soaked and drained cashews, plant milk, dragon fruit, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic clove, salt, chili powder, onion powder, and a pinch of pepper.
4. Blend for 2-3 minutes or until creamy and smooth.  
5. Taste the blended sauce and decide how much maple syrup you’d like to add.
6. Add dill, parsley, and chives at the end and then stir or blend on low speed just until incorporated.
7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Will thicken upon standing

6. Lemon Tahini Salad Dressing

Lemon Tahini Salad Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT0S · Total: PT10M · Yield: 1

An easy oil-free vegan salad dressing that’s perfectly tangy and creamy. This lemon tahini dressing is delicious on salads, Buddha bowls, or as a dip for veggies.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup tahini (I used Trader Joe’s)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup water to thin

Instructions

1. Pour all ingredients into a small bowl or jar. Whisk together until smooth. If the tahini flavor is too strong for your taste, add a bit more apple cider vinegar and syrup to taste. Store in refrigerator or use on salads immediately. I like this tahini dressing best on green salads with Mediterranean flavors.

7. Jalapeno Ranch Dressing

Jalapeno Ranch Dressing – Vegan and Oil-Free is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [’10’, ’10 people’]

This Jalapeño Ranch Dressing is made with cashews for a creamy smooth texture. It is vegan, plant-based, and oil-free.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup cashews (raw )
• 3/4 cup plant milk (unsweetened)
• 10 slices jalapeno (pickled (I use mild))
• 2 Tablespoons lime juice
• 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cilantro (dried)

Instructions

1. Soak the raw cashews for about 30 minutes.  Drain and discard water.
2. Add all ingredients (except for dried cilantro) along with the soaked cashews to a high speed blender.
3. Blend for 2-3 minutes or until creamy and smooth 
4. Add cilantro and slowly blend,  until just  incorporated.
5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.  Will thicken upon standing. 

8. Healthy Ranch Dressing

Healthy Ranch Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened plant-based yogurt (such as almond or coconut)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1. In a bowl whisk yogurt, milk, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings.
2. 2. Stir in chopped herbs.
3. 3. Adjust thickness with more milk if needed.
4. 4. Chill 15–20 minutes before serving.

9. Everyday Salad Dressing

Everyday Salad Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘1’, ‘about 1 cup’]

This easy, homemade everyday salad dressing is made with a classic combination of only 4 ingredients. It’s so simple and tasty that it will be your new go-to dressing for every salad you make!

Ingredients

• ¾ cup olive oil
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons dijon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

1. Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and whisk or stir until emulsified (fully combined and thickened).
2. Add to your favorite salads! This dressing is very versatile and tasty with: green, leafy salads, grain-based salads (like quinoa), or even pasta salads.
3. Store the dressing in an airtight container (like a jar) in the fridge. Properly stored, this dressing will stay good for 2 – 3 weeks.

10. Chilli Tamarind Dressing

Chilli Tamarind Dressing Recipe is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Total: PT10M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 people’]

Elevate your salads to a whole new level with our homemade chilli tamarind dressing recipe. A burst of tangy, sweet and spicy flavour in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp palm sugar (shaved)
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp tamarind puree
• 1 tbsp chilli paste

Instructions

1. Thinly shave palm sugar and add to a small mixing bowl.
2. Add fish sauce, lime juice, tamarind puree, then mix until the palm sugar dissolves.
3. Add chilli paste and stir well to combine.

11. Dairy-Free Caesar Dressing

Dairy-Free Caesar Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise or 1/2 cup aquafaba
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon capers, minced (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. 1. In a bowl whisk together mayo or aquafaba with lemon juice and mustard.
2. 2. Whisk in nutritional yeast, garlic, capers, salt, and pepper.
3. 3. Taste and adjust tanginess with more lemon if desired.
4. 4. Refrigerate 15 minutes before serving.

12. Vegan Italian Dressing

Vegan Italian Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar or maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1. In a bowl whisk together oil and vinegar with sugar.
2. 2. Add garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
3. 3. Whisk until emulsified.
4. 4. Taste and refrigerate 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

13. Carrot Ginger Miso Dressing

Carrot Ginger Miso Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

• 1 small carrot, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)

Instructions

1. 1. In a blender or processor, blend carrot, miso, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and water until smooth.
2. 2. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity.
3. 3. If too thick, add more water; if too thin, reduce.
4. 4. Chill before serving.

14. Grape Vinaigrette

Grape Vinaigrette is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

• 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green), roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1. In a blender, blend grapes with white wine vinegar until smooth.
2. 2. Pour the puree into a bowl and whisk in olive oil, Dijon mustard, syrup, salt, and pepper.
3. 3. If desired, thin with a little water.
4. 4. Chill to let flavors meld.

15. Turmeric Tahini Dressing

Turmeric Tahini Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘8’, ‘8 servings’]

This vegan turmeric tahini dressing is creamy, lemony, and perfectly spiced with cozy, anti-inflammatory turmeric powder. It’s fantastic as a salad dressing, sauce, and dip, so go ahead and double up on the ingredients because you’ll want to put it on everything!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1/3 cup water (note 1)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (peeled)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• A pinch of pepper

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. You can also whisk by hand in a small bowl or use a mason jar to shake until combined.
2. Taste and adjust the flavor to your liking, adding more lemon juice, maple syrup, or salt.
3. If you find the dressing is too thick for your liking, simply add a bit more water, a tablespoon at a time.
4. Enjoy fresh on salads, Buddha bowls, and more!

16. Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing

Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing Made with Tofu and Cashews, Oil-Free is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT40M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [‘8’]

Creamy and cheesy with just the right blue cheese tang, this vegan blue cheese dressing is made with tofu and cashews, and other ingredients to give it a unique taste that goes perfect on a salad, as a dip for veggies or cauliflower wings, or as a dressing for burgers or other sandwiches.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces firm tofu
• ½ cup raw cashews
• water for soaking cashews (discard)
• ½ cup water for blending
• 2 Tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 Tablespoons capers (don’t rinse)
• 1 Tablespoon white miso
• 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 1½ teaspoons brine from the jar of capers
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 Tablespoon chives (chopped, see notes)

Instructions

1. Press the tofu and soak the cashews in hot water for 30 minutes. While pressing and soaking you can assemble the other ingredients.
2. Drain the pressed tofu and pat dry. Cut one-third of the tofu from the rectangle and crumble. Set aside into a medium-sized bowl. Break the rest of the tofu into chunks and place in the high-speed blender.
3. Drain the soaked cashews and discard the water. Place in the blender with the 2/3 block of tofu.
4. Add the rest of the ingredients except for the parsley. Add the water, lemon juice, capers, white miso paste, apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, brine, yellow mustard, salt and pepper. Bend until nice and smooth – about 3 minutes. You will still see little bits of the capers. That’s okay
5. Add the chives (or parsley) and blend for another 30 seconds.
6. Pour the blended mixture over the crumbled tofu. Stir well.
7. Allow to rest in the refrigerator for about an hour for the flavors to better develop.
8. The flavor will only improve over time. This blue cheese dressing can keep tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to five days (as long as the tofu is within expiration).

17. Strawberry Balsamic Dressing

Strawberry Balsamic Dressing, Oil-Free and Sugar-Free is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [’12’]

This Strawberry Balsamic Dressing is oil-free and sugar-free.  Use fresh strawberries, fresh basil, Medjool dates, and white balsamic vinegar for a flavorful, healthy salad dressing to drizzle on a fresh summer salad.

Ingredients

• 6 Medjool dates (seeds removed and soaked)
• 2 cups strawberries (hulled (about 8 large))
• 3/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 10 basil leaves
• 1/3 cup water (plus more if needed)
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Take the seeds out and soak the Medjool dates for about 30 minutes in hot water.  If the dates are quite dried out, you will need to soak longer until they are soft and pliable. 
2. Wash and hull fresh strawberries. 
3. Wash and pick basil leaves off stem.
4. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.  Blend on high for about 3-5 minutes or until smooth and pourable, adding more water by the teaspoon full if necessary for best consistency. 

18. Blueberry Dressing

Easy Blueberry Yogurt Dressing (Vegan) is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘2’]

Try this fruity 5-minute blueberry yogurt dressing over your favorite salad! It has a light and creamy texture, simple flavors and is packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• ½ cup fresh blueberries (75 g)
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons soy yogurt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth
2. Adjust to taste preferences by adding more vinegar, syrup, salt or pepper.
3. Use immediately or store in a lidded container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

19. Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Ingredients

• Fresh blackberries, 1 cup
• Balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons
• Extra-virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup
• Red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon
• Honey, 1 teaspoon
• Salt, 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper, 1/8 teaspoon

Instructions

1. 1. Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette: Mash the berries lightly to release juice and fragrance.
2. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. 3. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to form a thin emulsion.
4. 4. Stir in the mashed berries until evenly distributed and a few berry specks remain.
5. 5. Taste and adjust seasoning; refrigerate briefly before serving over salads or greens.

20. Blood Orange Salad Dressing

Blood Orange Salad Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 people’]

Arancia rossa! How stunning you are. This simple blood orange salad dressing takes advantage of a raspberry flavoured citrus that is both stunning in colour and flavours.

Ingredients

• 1 blood orange
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp horseradish cream

Instructions

1. Juice one blood orange, then add olive oil, honey and horseradish cream.
2. Mix until well combined.

21. Sugar-Free Salad Dressing

Sugar Free Salad Dressing is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘8’, ‘8 oz.’]

This sugar free salad dressing recipe is easy to make, tastes fresh and delicious, and is ready in minutes. You can serve it over salads, pasta salads, and more.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup 2 oz. fresh lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove (finely minced)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (sugar free)
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients to a jar.
2. Add the lid and secure, and shake to combine.
3. Serve over your favorite salad.
4. Store In the refrigerator for up to a week.

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