Jalapeno Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette

• 2 tbsp jalapeno pepper jelly
• 2 tbsp cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• salt and pepper to taste

This vinaigrette was created to compliment cabbage for a spicy sweet cole slaw, but it can be adapted for other salads by reducing the amount of vinegar or mayonnaise.  The great thing about the jelly is that it is both sweet and spicy.  There are plenty of interesting jellies and jams that can be the base for a great salad dressing.

Spicy Thousand Island Salad Dressing

• 2 tbsp horseradish sauce
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tbsp relish
• salt and pepper to taste

This is a simple version of thousand island dressing with a little kick.  Ketchup and relish make this salad dressing sweet.  The horseradish sauce brings the creaminess as well as the spicy kick.  A fresh wedge of iceberg lettuce with this salad dressing is a great way to start a meal.

Creamy Parmesan Peppercorn Salad Dressing

• 2 tbsp low-fat mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp parmesan, grated or shredded
• 1 tsp skim milk
• 1 tsp horseradish sauce
• freshly ground peppercorns
• salt to taste

There used to be a steak, ribs, and chicken restaurant that served their salads with a creamy parmesan peppercorn salad dressing.  This version brings back memories of that dressing.  The restaurant packed their salads with cheese and onions.  It was a great salad for a great salad dressing.

Creamy Garlic Salad Dressing

• 1/2 cup of cottage cheese
• 2 tbsp skim milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Cottage cheese is a great choice for creating a creamy salad dressing.  Use reduced fat cottage cheese for fewer calories.  Add very flavorful ingredients to make the salad dressing work.

Thousand Island Salad Dressing

• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp mayo
• 1 tsp relish
• salt
• pepper

Creamy Asian Salad Dressing

• 2 tbsp yogurt
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• pepper

The robust asian flavors are enhanced by the sweetness of the yogurt in this salad dressing.

Sour Cream and Chive Salad Dressing

• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1 tbsp chives, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste

The cool flavor of the sour cream is complimented by the soft onion flavor of the chives.

Creamy Green Chile Salad Dressing

• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1 can green chiles
• salt
• pepper

Green chiles have great flavor, and that’s why they make a great salad dressing.  The cool creaminess of sour cream is a great compliment.

Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing

• 1 tbsp buttermilk
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Enjoy this cool and creamy salad dressing with cucumbers or lettuce.

Creamy Curry Salad Dressing

• 2 tbsp yogurt
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp curry
• salt

There are so many different curries.  Pick the one you like the most for this salad dressing.