Unique Vegan Dressings to elevate your Salads

Salads can be the perfect canvas for a nutritious and satisfying meal, especially when paired with the right dressing. Dressings can elevate a simple mix of greens and veggies into a vibrant, flavorful dish that excites your taste buds.

Unique Vegan Dressings to elevate your Salads

Imagine the tangy zing of a balsamic vinaigrette, balancing the sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the crispness of cucumbers. Or consider a creamy lemon tahini dressing that adds a rich, nutty depth to crunchy romaine and bell peppers. For a touch of sweetness, a maple Dijon dressing can transform a spinach salad with strawberries and pecans into a delightful medley of flavors. A zesty avocado lime dressing brings a refreshing twist to a Mexican-inspired salad, making every bite a burst of flavor. Each dressing not only enhances the taste but also complements the nutritional profile of your salad, ensuring that your meal is as wholesome as it is delicious.

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Balsamic Vinaigrette

A tangy and slightly sweet balsamic vinaigrette, made with balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and a bit of water, pairs beautifully with a fresh salad of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion. Add Right Foods Organic French Lentil Ready to Serve Soup for a better balance with the hearty and earthy flavors.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup.
  • Gradually add the water, whisking continuously until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
  • Serve over a fresh salad of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
  • Pair with Right Foods Organic French Lentil Ready to Serve Soup for a balanced meal.

Lemon Tahini Dressing

Lemon Tahini Dressing

The creamy and tangy lemon tahini dressing, combining tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and water, complements a crunchy salad of romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, and chickpeas. Add Right Foods Miso Ramen Noodle Soup for a perfect pairing with the umami-rich flavors.

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Right Foods Miso Ramen Noodle Soup
    Miso Ramen Noodle Soup

    Instructions:

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and minced garlic.
    • Slowly add the water, whisking until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
    • Drizzle over a crunchy salad of romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, and chickpeas.
    • Serve with Right Foods Miso Ramen Noodle Soup for a perfect pairing with umami-rich flavors.

    Maple Dijon Dressing

    Maple Dijon Dressing

    Sweet and tangy maple Dijon dressing, made with Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and water, enhances a vibrant salad of baby spinach, sliced strawberries, toasted pecans, and red onion. Add Right Foods Spring Onion Noodle Soup for a delightful match with the flavorful soup.

    Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Right Foods Spring Onion Noodle Soup
    Wholesome Gluten-Free Soup Selection [Right Foods]
  • Instructions:

  • Combine Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
  • Slowly add water while whisking to achieve a smooth consistency.
  • Enhance a vibrant salad of baby spinach, sliced strawberries, toasted pecans, and red onion with this dressing.
  • Pair with Right Foods Spring Onion Noodle Soup for a delightful match.

  • Avocado Lime Dressing

    Avocado Lime Dressing


    A creamy avocado lime dressing, featuring ripe avocado, lime juice, garlic, and water, is perfect for a Mexican-inspired salad with romaine lettuce, corn kernels, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper. Add Right Foods Black Bean & Lime Soup for a zesty pairing that enhances the meal.

    Ingredients:

    • 1 ripe avocado
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1/4 cup water
    • Right Foods Black Bean & Lime Soup
    Right Foods Black Bean & Lime Soup

    Instructions:

    • In a blender, combine the avocado, lime juice, minced garlic, and water.
    • Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
    • Toss with a Mexican-inspired salad of romaine lettuce, corn kernels, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper.
    • Serve with Right Foods Black Bean & Lime Soup for a zesty pairing.

    Peanut Dressing

    Peanut Dressing

    The nutty and savory peanut dressing, created with natural peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, and water, is ideal for an Asian-inspired salad with mixed greens, shredded cabbage, carrot ribbons, and chopped peanuts. Add Right Foods Pad Thai Noodle Soup for a harmonious blend of flavors.

    Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup natural peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Right Foods Pad Thai Noodle Soup
    Pad Thai Noodle Soup
  • Instructions:

  • Whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and minced garlic in a medium bowl.
  • Gradually add water, whisking until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
  • Drizzle over an Asian-inspired salad with mixed greens, shredded cabbage, carrot ribbons, and chopped peanuts.
  • Pair with Right Foods Pad Thai Noodle Soup for a harmonious blend of flavors.

  • Citrus Ginger Dressing

    Citrus Ginger Dressing

    A refreshing citrus ginger dressing, blending orange juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, maple syrup, and water, pairs wonderfully with a light and crunchy salad of mixed greens, shredded carrots, edamame, and sliced cucumber. Add Right Foods Hot & Sour Noodle Soup for an enhanced bold flavor experience.

    Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Right Foods Hot & Sour Noodle Soup
    Flavorful Vegan Noodle Soup Cup Sampler - Right Foods
  • Instructions:

  • In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, and maple syrup.
  • Add water slowly, whisking continuously until well combined.
  • Serve over a light and crunchy salad of mixed greens, shredded carrots, edamame, and sliced cucumber.
  • Enjoy with Right Foods Hot & Sour Noodle Soup for an enhanced bold flavor experience.

  • Creamy Cashew Ranch Dressing

    Creamy Cashew Ranch Dressing

    The rich and creamy cashew ranch dressing, made with soaked cashews, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, dried dill, and water, is a delightful addition to a classic salad of romaine lettuce, sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices. Add Right Foods Split Pea Soup for a perfectly hearty and balanced meal.

    Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked for at least 2 hours
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Right Foods Split Pea Soup
    Gluten-Free Split Pea Soup Cup - Dr. McDougall's
  • Instructions:

  • Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
  • In a blender, combine cashews, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried dill, and water.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
  • Drizzle over a classic salad of romaine lettuce, sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
  • Pair with Right Foods Split Pea Soup for a perfectly hearty and balanced meal.

  • Lemon Herb Dressing

    Lemon Herb Dressing

    The zesty lemon herb dressing, combining lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, fresh herbs, and water, is ideal for a nutritious salad of baby kale, roasted sweet potatoes, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries. Add Right Foods Lentil Vegetable with Kale Soup for a wholesome and flavorful combination.

    Ingredients:

    Instructions:

    1. Whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup in a small bowl.
    2. Stir in the chopped fresh herbs.
    3. Gradually add water while whisking until the dressing is smooth.
    4. Toss with a nutritious salad of baby kale, roasted sweet potatoes, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries.
    5. Serve with Right Foods Lentil Vegetable with Kale Soup for a wholesome and flavorful combination.

    With these unique vegan dressings you'll never have to settle for a boring salad again. Whether you're craving something sweet, savory, or spicy, there's a dressing here to suit every taste and occasion. By pairing these classic, popular vegan dressings with Right Foods soups, you can create delicious and balanced meals that are bursting with flavor. Enjoy these combinations for a satisfying and wholesome dining experience! So go ahead, get creative in the kitchen and let your salads shine with the vibrant flavors of these delicious dressings.