How to Choose Salad Dressing
Browse through the aisles of a grocery store to see what types of salad dressings are being sold.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Browse through the aisles of a grocery store to see what types of salad dressings are being sold.
Here are some common types that you might find and their descriptions.
Caesar:
Contains oil and vinegar with a seasoning of Romano cheese and garlic.
Cole Slaw:
A sweet and creamy salad dressing that can be absorbed easily.
French:
There are 2 types of French dressings, namely separating and non-separating (non-separating is creamy whereas separating is more runny).
French dressings use oil and vinegar as their base with the addition of tomato and paprika.
Italian: a tangy dressing that can contain a vast variety of ingredients including garlic, oregano, Parmesan cheese and red pepper.
Oil and Vinegar:
A basic dressing created using vegetable oil and vinegar.
Thousand Island:
A thick and sweet dressing that usually contains pickle relish and may also contain chili, garlic, egg, tomato, onion and pimiento.;
Detailed Guide
Here are some common types that you might find and their descriptions.
Caesar:
Contains oil and vinegar with a seasoning of Romano cheese and garlic.
Cole Slaw:
A sweet and creamy salad dressing that can be absorbed easily.
French:
There are 2 types of French dressings, namely separating and non-separating (non-separating is creamy whereas separating is more runny).
French dressings use oil and vinegar as their base with the addition of tomato and paprika.
Italian: a tangy dressing that can contain a vast variety of ingredients including garlic, oregano, Parmesan cheese and red pepper.
Oil and Vinegar:
A basic dressing created using vegetable oil and vinegar.
Thousand Island:
A thick and sweet dressing that usually contains pickle relish and may also contain chili, garlic, egg, tomato, onion and pimiento.;
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