Ann's Favorite Salad Dressing

Name: Ann's Favorite Salad Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 10-12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ⅓ cup hummus; ⅓ cup orange juice; ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tsp mustard; Fresh ginger, chopped, to taste; Turmeric, to taste; ¼ cup aquafaba (optional, for a creamier dressing)

June 26, 2026

A great salad dressing should do more than coat your greens. It should bring every ingredient to life.

Ann’s favorite dressing strikes that balance beautifully, blending creamy hummus with bright orange juice, tangy balsamic vinegar, fresh ginger, mustard, and warming turmeric. The result is rich enough to cling to every bite while remaining light, vibrant, and full of flavor.

Whether you’re tossing it with a simple green salad, drizzling it over roasted vegetables, or using it as a grain bowl sauce, this is one of those recipes you’ll find yourself making on repeat.

Ann's Favorite Salad Dressing

Homemade dressings don’t have to be complicated to be memorable.

This easy recipe comes together in just minutes using pantry staples and fresh ingredients you may already have on hand. Hummus creates a naturally creamy base, while orange juice and balsamic vinegar add brightness, ginger brings a gentle kick, and turmeric lends warmth and color.

Keep a jar in the refrigerator for quick lunches throughout the week—you’ll never look at bottled dressing the same way again.

Author: Plant Strong Team
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 10-12
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

⅓ cup hummus
⅓ cup orange juice
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tsp mustard
Fresh ginger, chopped, to taste
Turmeric, to taste
¼ cup aquafaba (optional, for a creamier dressing)

Directions

Add the hummus, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, mustard, ginger, turmeric, and aquafaba (if using) to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust the ginger or turmeric as desired.
Transfer to a sealed jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Shake or stir before serving if the dressing separates slightly.