Easy Homemade Greek Salad Dressing

Easy Homemade Greek Salad Dressing

If you think you need to buy Greek salad dressing from the supermarket, think again! Homemade dressing is not only simple to make but also tastes much better than store-bought versions. I usually just need a few basic ingredients that are readily available in my kitchen—no need to spend money on pre-made options!

This dressing has a sweet and tangy flavor, infused with garlic and the distinct taste of oregano. Here’s a little secret: add a pinch of sumac. This red spice is often seen sprinkled on hummus in Mediterranean restaurants. If you don’t have sumac, that’s okay, but I find it gives the dressing a fresh twist without needing lemon juice.

Essential Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to whip up your homemade Greek salad dressing:

• Extra virgin olive oil: The better the quality, the tastier the dressing.
• Red wine vinegar: This adds the characteristic tang to the dressing.
• Garlic: Minced or grated for a more flavorful dressing.
• Dried oregano: An essential herb for this recipe.
• Dijon mustard: Helps emulsify the dressing and adds depth of flavor.
• Sumac (optional): Adds a light, zesty flavor without being overpowering.
• Kosher salt and black pepper: To bring everything together.

How to Make Greek Salad Dressing

Making this dressing is incredibly quick and easy. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Combine the ingredients: Place all the ingredients in a small jar or bowl.
2. Whisk together: Use a whisk to blend everything together, or seal the jar and shake until well mixed.

Ways to Use Greek Salad Dressing

This dressing isn’t just for Greek salads. You can use it in a variety of dishes:

• Different Greek salads: Toss romaine lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and feta cheese for a light lunch.
• Marinating chicken: This dressing is perfect for marinating chicken and works well with shrimp too.
• Roasted potatoes: Coat baby potatoes with the dressing before roasting for a Greek-style side dish.
• Grain and bean salads: It’s also delicious with quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.

Storing Your Dressing

You can keep your homemade Greek salad dressing in a sealed jar for up to a week. Shake well before using.

Other Homemade Dressings You Might Enjoy

• Lemon dressing
• Basil green dressing
• Buttermilk ranch dressing
• Greek yogurt Caesar dressing

This homemade Greek salad dressing is not only quick to prepare but incredibly delicious—you’ll want to use it on everything!