Creamy Mustard Dill Dressing
A good dressing can completely change the way you feel about salad. And this creamy mustard dill dressing will turn you into an avid greens enthusiast! It’s tangy, a little sweet, herby, and bold in all the right ways, and it’s made with ingredients you probably already have in your fridge and pantry.
Erica’s Thoughts
I make a lot of vinaigrettes, but this one has been on repeat this summer. It’s the kind of dressing that is good on anything and everything. I’ve been especially loving it on some type of dense bean salad situation, that I can eat throughout the week for lunches. You can also drizzle it over green salads, pasta salad, rice bowls, grilled proteins or cooked veggies. The base is my go-to classic vinaigrette combo and then the fresh dill and garlic add flavors that punch you in the face in the best way. 😇 Simple method, simple ingredients, fresh flavor, you have no excuses, let’s make it!
What You’ll Need to Make Mustard Dill Dressing
Extra virgin olive oil: Use a high-quality extra virgin olive oil, I like the Kirkland one from Costco! You could also use a more neutral oil like avocado oil or vegetable oil but I love the flavor and nutrients in olive oil!
Dijon mustard: Dijon adds flavor and helps emulsify the dressing so it stays nice and creamy.
Red wine vinegar: For bright, balanced acidity. You could also use white wine vinegar, white balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice.
Honey: Sweet honey mellows the tang of the vinegar and mustard and creates a balanced dressing. You can sub agave nectar, maple syrup or cane sugar.
Garlic paste: I’ve been obsessed with the prepared garlic paste from the produce section as a shortcut for fresh garlic, but you can use either!
Fresh dill: Dill is the star of the show here, its distinct flavor pairs well with mustard.
Salt and pepper: Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to lift the overall flavor of the dressing.
How to Make Mustard Dill Dressing
Add all ingredients to a small bowl, mason jar or salad shaker.
Shake or whisk vigorously until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
Taste and adjust as needed, more salt and pepper for flavor, honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang, chopped dill for herbaceousness, etc.
If you’d like it even smoother, you can use a blender or food processor.
How to Serve this Versatile Dill Mustard Sauce:
- Drizzled over your favorite salads or any leafy greens
- As a dressing for dense bean salad, pasta salad, potato salad or grain bowls
- Spooned over grilled chicken, salmon, fish or pork tenderloin OR it’s a great marinade for any of these proteins
- Tossed with grilled, roasted or steamed vegetables
- As a dipping sauce for raw vegetables or a crudité platter
FAQs
Fresh dill really makes the flavor pop, but dried dill has the same vibe. You can substitute one teaspoon dried dill weed.
Store in a sealed jar or airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Give it a good shake before each use.
Variation thoughts: you could essentially use any fresh herbs you love. The base of this dressing is extremely customizable. You could also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a kick, sub whole grain mustard for the dijon, swap honey for agave to make it vegan, etc.
If you love this creamy dill vinaigrette you’ll love these other homemade dressings:
If you want to take your vinaigrette game to the next level, this is the one to try. Can’t wait to hear how y’all use it!
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Creamy Mustard Dill Dressing
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 10 tablespoons dressing 1x
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This mustard dill dressing is bright, herby, and the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. It instantly elevates whatever you pour it on – from salads to grilled veggies or juicy chicken.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic paste or 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 4–5 sprigs fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mason jar or salad shaker and whisk or shake vigorously until completely smooth and emulsified. Taste and season per your tastes, with an extra pinch of salt and pepper for overall flavor, honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang.
- Use on leafy greens, grain or bean based salads, drizzled over sautéed or roasted veggies, in rice bowls or as a marinade for chicken, fish or steak.
Notes
Refer to the above blog post, step-by-step photos, answers to frequently asked questions, and ingredient information.
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 149
- Sugar: 3.5 g
- Sodium: 204.7 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 4.3 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Yum! I made the dressing to put on the kale salad for dinner and 🤌😋.
So good! I think it’s going to be my new favorite dressing.