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Better-Than-Store-Bought Salad Dressings

If you’ve ever wondered why restaurant salads just taste better, I’ll let you in on a secret: it’s almost always the dressing. Making your own at home is the easiest way to level up your cooking with zero stress. My lemony basil vinaigrette is basically a summer staple in my house (I put it on fish, veggies, everything!), and once you try my creamy homemade Caesar dressing with pesto, you’ll never go back to the bottled stuff.

A spoonful of creamy, herb-flecked sauce is held above a bowl of the same sauce. Garlic and a lemon wedge are visible on the tan surface nearby.

Rich, Creamy Caesar Dressing with Basil Pesto

Dress the salad with honey mustard vinaigrette.

Bright, Zingy Homemade Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Whisk everything together until smooth.

Zesty Russian Dressing (For Sandwiches & Salad)

Squash chicken and chickpea warm harvest bowl.

Warm Harvest Grain Bowl with Chicken & Squash

Spoonful of Greek yogurt and jalapeno salad dressing.

Creamy Jalapeño Dressing with Greek Yogurt

Pouring lemon tahini dressing on kale salad.

Smooth, Creamy Lemon Tahini Dressing

Spoon of green goddess salad dressing above food processor.

Creamy Green Goddess Salad Dressing (with any herbs!)

Pouring salad dressing over sliced kale leaves.

5-Minute Shallot Vinaigrette For Any Salad

Marinated tomato salad with garlic and balsamic in a bowl.

Fresh Marinated Tomatoes with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Lemon basil vinaigrette in a bowl with a spoon.

Light & Fresh Basil Vinaigrette (You Won’t Miss The Mayo!)

Homemade greek yogurt dressing with garlic in a bowl.

5-Minute Creamy Garlic Dressing (With Greek Yogurt!)

French nicoise salad with tunat capers olives tomatoes potatoes and hard boiled eggs.

Thick & Creamy Niçoise Salad Dressing

Kale and quinoa salad with mint serrano peppers and shaved Parmesan.

Easy, Versatile 5-Minute Kale Salad Dressing

Greek yogurt dressing for beet salad in a bowl.

5-Minute Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing

Farro salad with roasted vegetables in a large bowl.

Hearty Farro Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Brussels sprouts slaw with chicken, radishes, carrots, and scallions in a bowl.

Warm Brussels Sprouts Slaw with Sesame Vinaigrette

Cilantro lime dressing in a bowl with a spoon.

5-Ingredient Cilantro Lime Dressing (For Salads & Meats)

Creamy Caesar salad dressing in a bowl with side of herbs and garlic.

Ari’s Caesar Salad Dressing (Yes, With Anchovies!)

Grilled Romaine with Pumpernickel Croutons and Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette in a bowl.

Grilled Romaine Salad with Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette

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Seriously delicious food is my happy place, and that’s exactly what you can expect to find here! I’m a trained NYC chef who likes to cook elevated, yet unfussy recipes. Our hope is that you’ll come for the food, stay for a glass of wine, and leave feeling completely satisfied. At Well Seasoned, we’ll teach you about the importance of cooking with high quality ingredients, and help you become more efficient in the kitchen. We also pride ourselves on planning easy, cohesive menus, no matter the occasion. Grab an apron and get ready to look like the kitchen god(dess) that you are!

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