Tantalizing Tuesday

3 Ways to Dress Up Your Salad Dressings

Tired of the same old salad dressing? Getting creative with seasonings on your salads or veggies can make a world of difference in taste and enjoyment. Try these delicious alternatives to standard oil-and-vinegar dressing.



For tuna salad: [or any other fish!]
(2 tablespoons per serving)
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Whisk together and drizzle over tuna salad.



For steamed or grilled asparagus:
(2 tablespoons per serving)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, if desired

Whisk together and drizzle over steamed asparagus.



For shrimp salad: [also good on baked fish]
(2 tablespoons per serving)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 medium onion, finely minced

Whisk together and serve over shrimp salad.