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This Creamy Garlic Salad Dressing is rich and decadent, and will make you want to eat any salad or vegetable you dress it with! Made with sour cream, mayo, and some secret spices, this salad dressing is a family favorite recipe! This is a family favorite recipe from the restaurant.

Another amazing salad dressing recipe from my grandparent’s Supper Club/Restaurant in Chicago – Murphy’s! While it is a bit heavier than the classic Aunt’s Ruth’s Vinaigrette Salad Dressing, it has the ability to transform any salad into something you literally cannot stop eating. While the original dressing is below, I add a few extra fresh garlic to the dressing because we’re garlic lovers over here.

This Creamy Garlic Salad Dressing Recipe Is:

Rich
Flavorful
Heavenly
Complex
Decadent
An easy 5-minute homemade recipe
Vegetarian and gluten free

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What’s In Creamy Garlic Dressing?

Fresh Garlic, and Salad Greens/Veggies

Sour Cream – the base of this dressing, this sour cream gives it a silky and creamy texture.
Classic Mayonnaise: I like to use this classic mayo to keep this recipe plant-based, but you can use whatever mayo that you would normally use in recipes. If you don’t normally like mayo, try my homemade dairy-free version… it’s creamy but still plant based.
Sea Salt
Granulated Sugar
Fresh lemon juice
Accent Seasoning – I see Accent Seasoning come up often in my old family recipes – a great way to add a little flavor to the dish without a ton of sodium.
Black pepper

A Great Make-Ahead Salad Dressing for Entertaining

This creamy garlic salad dressing recipe is fantastic to make ahead of time for a party, potluck, or gathering. Making this recipe in advance allows you to skip any cooking or prep on the day-of. Just prep the dressing, then pour over the salad right before you serve. This is a great recipe to entertain with, or bring to an event. A crowd-pleaser that everyone is sure to love! Check out my other make ahead meals too .If you’re heading to a party, potluck, or BBQ, check out my list of top host gifts for summer entertaining for that next-level gift your host will love!

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How Do I Make Creamy Salad Dressing with Garlic?

To make the dressing, combine all ingredients into a large quart sized mason jar.
Shake the mason jar well to combine all the ingredients into a thick creamy dressing.
If the dressing is a bit too thick, add milk to the consistency you like. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Other Family Favorite Salad and Dressing Recipes You’ll Love!

Aunt Ruth’s Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe (Family Recipe!)

Thai Chickpea Salad with Peanut Sauce Dressing (Vegan, Gluten Free)

Pasta Salad with Avocado Dressing Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free)

Japanese Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing (Vegan, Paleo, Gluten Free)

Three Bean Salad Recipe With Honey (Vegetarian, No Sugar)

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