I'm trying to eat healthier and most store-bought creamy dressings have too much mayo or weird additives. What are some good base ingredients I can use to make something thick and creamy that actually tastes good on greens?
I make dressings all the time and Greek yogurt is honestly the move - it's thick, tangy, and way better than mayo. Mix it with lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then thin it out with a bit of olive oil or water until you get the consistency you want. If you want something richer, try blending avocado with lime and cilantro, or even tahini with tahini with lemon and garlic for that creamy umami vibe. All of these keep for a few days in the fridge and taste fresher than anything bottled.
skip the bottled stuff entirely if you can - those formulas are basically emulsifier soup. sour cream is underrated for this; it's naturally thick, way less heavy than mayo, and when you whisk it with a bit of vinegar, lemon, and dijon mustard you get this silky texture that coats greens perfectly. thin it out with water or olive oil if needed, throw in whatever herbs are hanging around, and you're done. the tanginess actually makes salad taste better without needing to overdo the salt like store versions do.
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