The $19 Tool That Will Make Your Salads So Much Better

Look, as much as I love fresh veggies and crudite, for me, salads usually act as a delivery mechanism for a really delicious dressing. There’s nothing like pouring on a well-made vinaigrette over some crunchy lettuce — however, emulsifying those dressings is one of the hardest things to get right in the kitchen. A split salad dressing with big globs of oil and rivers of vinegar that never really mix together can totally ruin the experience of eating all of the greens, herbs, and veggies you just took too time to prepare. 

When it comes to emulsifying your salad dressings, you can usually go one of two ways: either break out a whisk and a bowl (creating more dirty dishes), or grab a bottle of the store-bought stuff. And, sure, you could spend a few minutes vigorously shaking a container, but not everyone is able to do that — or, frankly, wants to break a sweat right before sitting down to eat lunch. That’s why the Chef’n Emulstir Salad Dressing Mixer is so ingenious, and why I can’t wait to get my hands on one. 

This affordable device lets you whip (and whisk!) up your own salad dressing with an easy-to-use trigger mechanism that takes the elbow grease out of emulsifying vinaigrettes and makes creamy toppings for your greens. It comes with a glass cruet, which also makes it ideal for displaying on the table and storing in the refrigerator. Simply add your ingredients, close the lid, and squeeze the trigger to create fresh dressings, vinaigrettes, and flavored dipping oils in seconds. When you’re ready to serve, just lift up the cap for drip-free pouring, then push it back down when you’re done. Plus, it’s dishwasher-safe, so cleanup is a total breeze. 

Average Rating: 4.3/5

“This little gadget does exactly what it says it does. The size is perfect to mix up enough salad dressing for a week or two. The printed measurements are very useful. The spinner/plunger works like a charm. I love it.” — Shelly P

“I make my own salad dressings often, and this is such a useful gadget for it. You don’t need a separate measuring cup for your recipe as it has one built into it. I store my dressing directly in it. It is easy to use and clean.” — Andrea F.

“This is the perfect size for homemade dressings. I love how easy it is to mix! Just pull the top in and down and it’s amazing. So happy I bought this!” — Shannon

So, if you’re tired of lumpy dressings and split vinaigrettes, or you’re looking for a great practical (and affordable!) gift for the salad lover in your life, you can’t go wrong with the Chef’n Emulstir Salad Dressing Mixer.

Buy: Chef’n Emulstir Salad Dressing Mixer, $18.99