Annual Food & Drink Issue

Green Dressing Recipe

Dressed to Impress

Salads are a staple at any dinner table, but a good salad is nothing without a tasty dressing to take it to the next level. These Chattanooga locals share their go-to salad dressing recipes, packed with herbs, healthy oils, and big flavor.

Photos by Rich Smith

Anusha Rouse’s Green Dressing

“This dressing has been a staple in my home for many years. It started as just garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, but over time, I’ve found just the right ingredients that my family adores. Not only do we enjoy this dressing on a green salad, but we use it for roasted vegetables, couscous, chicken, and more!”

Ingredients

1 garlic clove
1 green onion
⅓ cup fresh parsley
¼ cup fresh basil
1 tsp. fresh thyme
1 tsp. fresh lemon balm
½ tsp. Dijon mustard
½ tsp. agave syrup
¼ cup lemon juice
½ tsp. salt
Freshly cracked pepper, to taste
⅓ cup olive oil

Directions

Blend all ingredients except for olive oil until smooth. Slowly add olive oil until combined. Add up to ⅓ cup additional olive oil if you prefer a thinner dressing.