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Ideas for Salad Dressings Without Added Sugar?

Anjali Prasertong
Anjali Prasertong
Anjali Prasertong is a writer and public health dietitian focused on food systems, racial equity, and nutrition. Originally from Los Angeles, she has taught English in rural Japan, worked as a private chef in Malibu, and led an innovative city-funded corner store program in New Orleans that increased fresh food access in low-income neighborhoods. She was previously a contributing editor for The Kitchn, and currently lives in Denver with her husband and two kids.
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Q: I am kickstarting 2014 with a healthy eating challenge that restricts the use of all added sugar. This eliminates most salads, as many dressings need a pinch of honey, maple syrup, or just plain old sugar. What are some good recipes for dressings or salads that don’t use added sugar?

Or what is a good substitute for “added sugar” in salad dressings?

Sent by Jennifer

Editor: Jennifer, balsamic vinegar is naturally sweet, so this simple vinaigrette recipe doesn’t need any additional sugar:

→ Essential Recipe: Balsamic Vinaigrette

Readers, do you have any favorite salad dressing recipes that don’t use added sugar? Any suggestions for substituting for added sweeteners in dressing recipes?

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