Welcome to another edition of just better.® Recipe of the Week! This time, we're celebrating the art of making salads irresistible by focusing on a crucial component: the dressing.
Inspired by our recent blog, Lettuce Talk: What’s On Your Salad Plate, we're here to show you how homemade dressings can transform your salad into a gut-healthy, flavorful masterpiece.
Store-bought dressings might seem convenient, but they often come with a host of drawbacks. Many are loaded with unhealthy additives, preservatives, and artificial ingredients that can undermine the nutritional value of your salad. High levels of sugar, sodium, and unhealthy fats are commonly found in these dressings, which can contribute to various health issues like high blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease. Moreover, using artificial flavors and colors detracts from the natural goodness of fresh ingredients.
Creating your own salad dressing at home is simple and allows you to control the quality and freshness of the ingredients. When you add just better.® Prebiotic Fiber, you infuse your dressing with powerful gut health benefits, making every bite as nutritious as it is delicious.
Why Make Your Own Salad Dressing?
Making your own salad dressing is a much healthier alternative to processed store-bought options. When you make your own dressing, you have complete control over the ingredients, ensuring your salad remains a healthy choice. You can also customize the flavors to your personal preference, experimenting with different ingredients and combinations.
Adding just better.® Prebiotic Fiber to your DIY salad dressings takes them to the next level by providing gut—and heart-healthy benefits. just better.® is made from non-GMO, soluble corn fiber—it's 100% dissolvable and will not change the taste or texture of your favorite food or drinks.
Now, let's get to the fun part – the recipes!
Tahini Lemon Dressing
Tahini Lemon Dressing is a creamy, tangy delight that elevates any salad. Combining rich, nutty tahini with the zesty freshness of lemon juice, this dressing offers a savory and slightly tart flavor profile.
Tahini, made from ground sesame seeds, is packed with healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals. Blended with lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, it’s perfect for drizzling over greens, roasted vegetables, or as a dip. Adding just better.® Prebiotic Fiber boosts its nutritional value, supporting gut health and making it a wholesome choice for your next salad.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 Tablespoons water (adjust for desired consistency)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 Tablespoons just better.® Prebiotic Fiber
Instructions:
In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth.
Stir in just better.® Prebiotic Fiber until fully dissolved.
Add minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve over your favorite salad greens.
Turmeric Ginger Dressing
Turmeric Ginger Dressing is a vibrant, flavorful addition to any salad, bursting with health benefits and zesty spices. This dressing combines the earthy, slightly bitter taste of turmeric with the warm, spicy kick of fresh ginger.
Turmeric, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, pairs beautifully with ginger, which aids digestion and adds a refreshing zing.
The base of olive oil and apple cider vinegar provides a smooth and tangy foundation, while a touch of honey or maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness.
This golden-hued dressing not only enhances the flavor of your salads but also infuses them with powerful antioxidants. Incorporating just better.® Prebiotic Fiber into this dressing further elevates its health benefits, promoting a healthy gut and balanced blood sugars.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
4 Tablespoons just better.® Prebiotic Fiber
Instructions:
In a jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), turmeric, ginger, and garlic.
Add just better.® Prebiotic Fiber and shake well until fully combined.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Drizzle over a salad for a vibrant, health-boosting flavor.
Green Goddess Dressing
Green Goddess Dressing is a creamy, herb blend that elevates any salad. Combining Greek yogurt with fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and tarragon, it offers a vibrant green color and aromatic taste. Garlic and lemon juice add a zesty kick, while olive oil provides a rich texture.
This protein-packed dressing is perfect for drizzling over greens or as a dip for veggies. Adding just better.® Prebiotic Fiber boosts its nutritional value, supporting gut health and making your salads both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 Tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 Tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
4 Tablespoons just better.® Prebiotic Fiber
Instructions:
In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, parsley, cilantro, tarragon, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add just better.® Prebiotic Fiber. Blend again until fully incorporated.
Add salt & pepper to taste.
Adjust seasoning as needed. Enjoy this creamy, herb-packed dressing on your favorite salad.
Final thoughts…
Homemade salad dressings are a fantastic way to elevate your salads with fresh, wholesome ingredients. By adding just better.® Prebiotic Fiber, you're boosting the gut health benefits of your meals. These recipes are just a starting point – feel free to get creative and experiment with different herbs and spices to make them your own.
We'd love to hear from you! Share your just better.® Salad Dressing recipes with us and let us know how you’ve made them your own. Together, we can inspire healthier, happier meal planning. Cheers to delicious, nutritious salads all summer long!
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