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cANOLA oIL
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Canola oil is the perfect base for salad dressing because of its neutral taste. Both
olive oil and sesame oil have strong flavours that can't be used as a salad dressing
base. The ratio is 2:1:1 + seasoning. That’s 2 parts canola oil, 1 part acid, 1 part emulsifier,
plus seasonings of your choice.
Shake
vigorously
to mix and
enjoy!
The base:
Use canola oil as your
Store for 3–5
base for its mild flavour.
days in th e
Seasonings:
f ridge.
Season your dressing
using f resh herbs, dried
herbs, garlic, etc.
The acid:
Balsamic vinegar,
The emulsifier: lemon juice, grape-
Oil and vinegar don't mix, but fruit juice, etc.
they do with an emulsifier!
Honey and mustard are two
examples of emulsifiers
commonly used in salad
dressings.
Salad dressing Ideas
Honey Mustard Asian Dressing Greek Dressing
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp fresh herbs, chopped,
of your choice (oregano,
dill, cilantro) (10 mL) 1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp white vinegar
1 tbsp canola oil
1 1/2 tsp honey 2 tbsp canola oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1 small garlic clove, minced
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