Whether it’s a citrus vinaigrette orone made with garlic, a good salad dressing transforms basic greens and vegetables into a flavorful meal. So we’ve pulled together four ways to use salad dressing beyond greens that will make any meal delicious.
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As a Marinade
Many salad dressings contain both an acidic ingredient such as vinegar and a fat such as oil—the two essentialcomponents in a marinade—which means dressings can make an excellent marinade. Try ourGreek Salad Dressing(pictured above) for flavoring vegetables before grilling or roasting them. Or try ourBalsamic Vinaigretteas a marinade for chicken.
With Potatoes
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Whether you roast, mash or fry them, potatoes are a versatile vegetable with someimpressive health benefitsincluding being high in fiber, vitamin B6 and more (learn whyone dietitian never leaves the store without them). And while spuds are delicious on their own, salad dressing makes them even more mouthwatering.
Try tossing roasted potatoes with ourEasy Lemon Feta Vinaigrette(pictured above) for a tangy, cheesy side dish (you could also try this delicious method with other roasted vegetables). Or if you makeCrispy Air-Fryer French Fries, pair them with creamy garlic dressing for a dipping sauce. However you make your potatoes, dressing can add a boost of flavor and spice.
As a Dip
From a creamy dressing to an herb-packed vinaigrette, salad dressings can be used as a dip for a variety of dishes. Whether it’s a homemade dressing or a bottled one, this method is a great way to use leftover dressing. If you’re using a homemade dressing made from oil and vinegar, and it’s separated in the fridge, just give it a whisk or shake it up in a jar before serving.
With Pasta Salad
Whether you’re looking for an easy side dish or a meal-prep-friendly lunch, pasta salad is a great option. Rather than going the mayo-based route with your pasta salad, try tossing your pasta in ourLemon-Basil Vinaigrette(pictured above) orCreamy Cilantro-Avocado Dressingfor a healthy and bright dish. If you’re using an oil-based dressing, we recommend combining it with the pasta while it’s still warm so the dressing will absorb more easily.
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