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Creamy balsamic dressing in a small bowl, smooth and glossy

Creamy Balsamic Dressing

A sweet and tangy creamy balsamic dressing that makes simple salads feel like a real meal. Quick to mix, endlessly versatile, and perfect for salads with grilled or shredded chicken.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 easily scaleable
Course: dressing, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise light mayo works great if you like a more generous pour
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp grainy Dijon mustard any Dijon-style mustard works
  • 1 tsp honey
  • salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Add all ingredients to a bowl or jar. Whisk or shake until smooth and fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

  • This dressing pairs especially well with salads made using grilled chicken breasts or shredded chicken.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • If the dressing thickens when chilled, stir in a splash of water to loosen.