Just 4 ingredients, less than 5 minutes to make, this everyday oil-free salad dressing is my go-to! With a creamy, tangy, and zesty flavor, this easy to make dressing will also keep fresh in the fridge for a week! This simple dressing can go toe-to-toe with any vinaigrettes, vegan caesar dressings, or balsamic vinegar. It is the BEST way to amp up any salad! This dressing works wonderfully on mixed greens, but I also love to drizzle it onto wraps, grain bowls, pasta salad, beans, or any other dish that needs a little extra oomph! Or you can even use it as a dip (or sauce) and dip your favorite vegetables like baby carrots or cucumbers. This is bound to become one of your favorite vegan salad dressings. 
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I have tried many different recipes and this is easily THE BEST oil free dressing ever!!! - Susan
I like to add a side salad to most of my meals. Even though I cook with small amounts of oil, I'm not a huge fan of dredging my salads in it. When you take a super nutritionally dense low-calorie dish such as a salad and then pour even just a tablespoon of oil on top, it quickly adds a ton of processed fat and calories without adding much flavour. Personally, I'm ok with oilier salad dressings on occasion, but for the most part, I like to keep my salads light, fresh, filled with veggies and fresh herbs, and healthy with this super simple lemony, oil free dressing. Skip buying expensive store-bought dressings, oil-free salad dressing recipes like this will change your life! Just shake this dressing up in less than 5 minutes and you have the perfect dressing for all your green munching needs!
How to make My everyday oil-free salad dressing:
There is a reason this oil-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan salad dressing is my go-to: it's super simple! Just add the lemon juice, dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, and agave (or maple syrup) to a jar or bowl, and shake it or whisk it up! I like to use these small jars, but you can also use a leftover jam jar. Pour over your favourite salad greens or store in the fridge to use later. For more oil-free dressings try my Cashew Caesar Dressing, my Cashew Ranch Dressing, my Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing, or my Creamy Dill Pickle Dressing. Bon appetgan! Sam Turnbull.
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My Everyday Oil-Free Salad Dressing
Servings: (makes about 8 tablespoons)
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon agave or maple syrup
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a jar or small bowl and shake well or whisk to combine. Store in a jar in the fridge for up to a week.
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Michelle says
Delicious and so easy to make; thank you!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Michelle, I’m so glad you found the dressing delicious and easy to make! Thank you for your lovely review. 😊
Kelly Guarino says
Very tasty! I added a little apple cider (the drink) and it gave it a nice taste for a fall salad.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Yum! So happy you enjoyed!
Elle says
Can you omit the yeast? TY
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Elle, just to clarify, nutritional yeast isn't an active yeast (like the kind used in bread). Instead it is flaky powder that tastes a lot like cheese. It adds a richness and thickness to this recipe. If you omit it, the dressing will still be nice but it will be thinner and a little sharper, so you may need to add something like tahini to help balance the flavors. I hope that helps!
Ally says
I rarely comment, but this is amazing. Wow
Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your review, Ally!
Ann Baker says
I made the oil free salad dressing and now I am hooked. This will be my dressing for all my salads from now on. I just discovered your website and this is my first recipe that I tried and I will be trying more of them in the future. Thanks for the easy recipe.
Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
We're so thrilled to hear it and hope you enjoy many more recipes, Ann!
Tracey says
Easy and Delicious!
Nay says
Can the agave be substituted with Stevia?
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Yes absolutely! Just add to taste. Enjoy!
Marie says
My first food comment ever! Holy heck!! This is the best ever. Okay, back to the salad ;-).
Thanks!
Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Haha thanks Marie!