Diabetic Recipes - Salad Dressings

Basic Salad Dressing

2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/8 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp acceptable vegetable oil
1/8 tsp sugar4 tbsp water
1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

In jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients. Shake well and refrigerate. Makes (8) 1 tbsp Servings

Nutrients Per Serving:31 Calories3 grams Fat5 mg Potassium

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Creamy Italian Dressing

1 tbsp virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp leaf oregano
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/8 tsp salt
4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate. Shake well before using.Makes (6) 1/3 cup Servings

Dietary Exchanges:1 FatNutrients Per Serving:46 Calories0 mg Cholesterol1 gram Carbohydrates0 grams Protein5 grams Fat

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Creamy Ranch Salad Dressing

1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1/2 tsp dried basi
l2 green onions, chopped
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dijon mustard

In food processor or blender, process cottage cheese and yogurt until smooth. Pour into bowl and stir in onions and seasonings. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 min so flavours develop. Store for up to one week. Stir before serving. Makes (9) 3 tbsp Servings

Dietary Exchanges:1/2 Milk Choice (2%)Nutrients Per Serving:37 Calories3 gram Carbohydrates5 gram Protein1 gram Fat

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French Dressing

1/2 tsp powdered mustard
1/3 cup Wine vinegar
1/4 tsp ground white pepper
2 tsp Water1 tsp tomato paste
1/2 tsp finely chopped onion
7 tbsp salad oil

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake well or puree in a blender for smooth dressing. Makes (12) 1 tbsp Servings

Dietary Exchanges:1 FatNutrients Per Serving:50 Calories0 grams Carbohyrate0 grams Protein6 grams Fat0 mg Sodium1 mg Potassium0 grams Cholesterol

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Yogurt-Dill Dressing

8 oz plain low-fat yogurt (1 cup)
1/2 tsp crushed dill weed
2 tsp finely chopped onion
1/4 tsp dry mustard
1 tsp lemon juice
1/8 tsp garlic powder

Mix all ingredients thoroughly and chill until served. Serve over tossed green salad.Makes (8) 2 tbsp Servings

Dietary Exchanges:Free Food ExchangeNutrients Per Serving:18 Calories1.5 grams Protein.4 grams Fat2.1 grams Carbohydrates20 mg Sodium68.2 mg Potassium0 grams Fiber2 mg Cholesterol