Simple raw garlic salad dressing
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Prep Time
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Total Time
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Shelf Life
4 days in fridge -
Rating
4.5/5 (from 4 ratings)4.5
Ingredients
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons dried italian or greek herbs (for example: thyme, rosemary, etc.)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Recipe Directions
- 1. Throw it all in the blender and...blend!
- 2. Keep blending 'til thoroughly mixed.
- 3. Use right away or refrigerate.
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
By The RawtarianThis is a handy, savory dressing that keeps in the fridge nicely for four or five days. It tastes best on the second day, because it's a lot thicker and almost creamy.
Beware: garlicky!
When not in a garlicky mood, I love to use a simple apple cider vinegar and olive oil dressing. But when I'm in the mood for some zing, I go for this raw garlic salad dressing recipe.
I find that this is a versatile dressing that, in some ways, mimics a ceasar salad dressing (on day two and after, because it's thicker after having been refrigerated).
Nutrition Facts
- This recipe is very low in Carbohydrates, and Sodium.
- This recipe is a good source of Vitamin E.
- This recipe is a noteworthy source of Vitamin K.
Amounts per 44 g (2 oz) suggested serving
Name | Amount | % Daily |
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Calories | 245 | 10 % |
Protein | 0.14 g | |
Fat | 27 g | 34 % |
Carbohydrates | 1.6 g | |
Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1 % |
Sugars | 0.39 g | |
Calcium | 7 mg | 1 % |
Iron | 0.27 mg | 2 % |
Sodium | 146 mg | 6 % |
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Comments and Reviews
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sarah
Apr 01, 2013
Is there any way to make something similar to this without oil in it?
Emmeline
May 05, 2013
Hi LJ, can u pls address Dekkers comment below re Botulism?? I'd like to know if there is a major issue with combining raw garlic and oil.
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Samantha
Mar 19, 2013
This recipe is similar to a Lebanese family recipe that my grandparents have made for years. Its my FAVORITE!!!
The main spice they use is Za'ater, which I think goes perfectly with this salad dressing. I personally love to add a pinch or two of really hot chile powder (like habanero)!
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Robin
Nov 16, 2016
Hi there! Thank you for this recipe & your site...I've been following raw vegan the last month & a half and starting to get very bored with my salad dressing. I am glad to have found your recipes.
As I have a sensitivity to citrus do you think this would work with substituting apple cider vinegar instead? Thanks :)
The Rawtarian
Nov 17, 2016
Yes, great idea for the citrus substitution - that should be fine. (Maybe reduce the amount a little.)
Garrin
Nov 13, 2015
Read this for more on olive oil and why it's hardly healthy...
https://www.pritikin.com/your-health/healthy-living/eating-right/1103-whats-wrong-with-olive-oil.html
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chrisklimis
Aug 28, 2020
Olive oil is the best kind of fat for your arteries. I come from Corfu, Greece, where there are about 3 million olive trees, a legacy from centuries past. I assure you, until WWII, there were hardly any circulatory diseases on the island. Have you heard of the Mediterranean diet?
Garrin
Nov 13, 2015
How is *one cup* of oil, olive oil or not, good for one's arteries and heart? This may be raw, and it may be delicious, but it's hardly healthy. That's a boat load of oil.
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LARRY
Nov 19, 2018
OLIVE OIL AND COCONUT OIL ARE FINE. THEY ARE THE GOOD FATS. BESIDES,YOU ARE NOT GOING TO CONSUME THE ENTIRE ONE CUP. I ASSUME YOU WILL HAVE OTHER PEOPLE AT YOUR TABLE.
The Rawtarian
Nov 20, 2018
AMEN!
Mary bogel
Apr 07, 2016
Its olive oil!!! BIG DIFFERENCE
Wam
Nov 13, 2015
It says 8 servings on the recipe...
and olive oil is hardly bad for you
Dorothy Dukes
Jan 26, 2015
Dorothy Dukes's Review
Simple raw garlic salad dressing
My new go-to dressing! One for work, one for home!
The Rawtarian
Jan 29, 2015
Love it, Dorothy! Thanks for sharing your photo! :)
Dorothy
Oct 13, 2014
Dorothy's Review
Simple raw garlic salad dressing
I made this for the first few days of a full body cleanse! The lemon was a bit tarter than I expected. I may try lime or a mix for the next batch! I'll post a photo under a separate comment (phone issues), if that's ok?!
The Rawtarian
Oct 18, 2014
Photos are always welcome, Dorothy! :)
Natalie
Jul 08, 2014
Natalie's Review
Simple raw garlic salad dressing
I made this and fell in love! I have to make all my salad dressings due to health issues my diet is extremely limited. I crave salad because of this dressing. I love the tangy flavor the lemon provides and rich texture from the olive oi. So happy!
The Rawtarian
Jul 08, 2014
Hi Natalie! I'm happy this suits your needs!
healthgrrl
Sep 02, 2013
healthgrrl's Review
Simple raw garlic salad dressing
Super yummy dressing! The only oil I generally keep in the house is coconut oil which I didn't think would really work. So, I used a half cup of cashews and a half cup of water to replace the olive oil. The dressing turned out fantastic! Another great recipe from the Rawtarian. Thanks!!!
The Rawtarian
Sep 23, 2013
So glad you liked it, Christine. Way to troubleshoot without the olive oil! Sounds like an interesting twist, actually. I might have to try your tweaks because they sound creative and wise. Glad to have you here with me!
lori
May 15, 2013
I love your site LJ and have shared it with others. About the botulism, I have been eating raw garlic with olive oil for many years now. I have never gotten botulism either.
The Rawtarian
May 16, 2013
Glad to read that, Lori! Thanks for sharing
Emmeline
May 05, 2013
Hi LJ, can u pls address Dekkers comment below re Botulism?? I'd like to know if there is a major issue with combining raw garlic and oil.
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Sharon Huston
Sep 29, 2014
Since there is an acid in the recipe (lemon juice) and since it's wisely kept refrigerated, there isn't much danger of botulism. It's best to use this within a week, and to thoroughly peel and clean the garlic. (Garlic itself isn't the culprit, it's really bacteria from the soil the garlic was grown in.)
http://theolivepress.com/news-blog/be-aware-of-the-risks-of-botulism-with-homemade-garlic-infused-oil#.VCmOhGddV8E
http://www.wikihow.com/Prevent-Botulism
http://umaine.edu/publications/4385e/
The Rawtarian
Oct 01, 2014
Thank you, Sharon, for your comment & links.
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Hi Emmeline - I haven't experienced this problem myself
Erin, Creative Soul in Motion
Apr 02, 2013
Hello! Great recipe! Thanks for sharing it :)
I added nutritional yeast and some water to the sauce, then tossed the sauce with lightly cooked beets, carrots, broccoli and brown rice, topped with avocado. It was absolutely delicious!!
If you're curious - I was inspired by Life Alive, a great vegetarian oasis and organic cafe http://lifealive.com (one of my all time favorite places).
Thanks again!
- Erin
sarah
Apr 01, 2013
Is there any way to make something similar to this without oil in it?
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