Condiments & Torshi⚖️Harmonious Hot & Cold (Garm o Sard)

Salad Dressing

Name: Salad Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 4-6 servings
Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1/3 cup plain whole milk yogurt (creates a wonderful lite version!); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or red wine vinegar); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional); 1 tablespoon ketchup (just a tad for color and subtle sweetness); 1/2 teaspoon dried mint or oregano (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

سس سالاد خانگی مخصوص با مایونز، ماست و لیمو

I know in America most people are used to going to the store and buying dressings, such as our favorite dressing Ranch. Here is a simple Persian Recipe for a homemade salad dressing. I simply love this dressing! I like to put some plain yogurt into the dressing because it creates a lite version … less mayo is healthier 🙂.

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

0 mins

Total Time

5 mins

Servings

4-6 servings

Difficulty

Easy

The Authentic Sofreh Pairing

In Persian tradition, dining is a harmony of hot and cold temperaments (Garm o Sard). Serve this dish alongside:

Garden SaladPersian Cabbage SaladCrisp Romaine Lettuce

🥗Bright Acid & Fresh Herb Prep

Crisp Texture Secret: Dice vegetables into uniform jewel-sized cubes and dress with fresh lime juice, verjuice (ab-ghooreh), and olive oil shortly before serving. Wash and thoroughly dry fresh herbs so every bite stays bright and crisp.

Ingredients

مواد لازم

Servings Stepper

4 servings

Unit System

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⅓ cup mayonnaise

⅓ cup plain whole milk yogurt (creates a wonderful lite version!)

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)

1 tablespoon ketchup (just a tad for color and subtle sweetness)

½ teaspoon dried mint or oregano (optional)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

طرز تهیه

Combine base: In a bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the mayonnaise and plain yogurt until completely smooth.

Add flavorings: Whisk in the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of ketchup.

Season to taste: Season with salt, black pepper, and dried mint flakes. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust lemon juice or salt to your liking.

Chill and serve: Pour into a small glass jar or cruet and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before drizzling over fresh garden salads, crisp lettuce, or cucumber salads! 🙂

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