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Creamy Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing 🧉

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This Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing is a game-changer for any salad! It's gluten-free, low-carb, vegan, and super tasty. Imagine a dressing that's incredibly creamy and fits well with all kinds of dishes. Flavor-wise, it's a blend between tahini and Caesar. Sounds good, right? Let's dive into the details!

Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a glass weck jar

This Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing is sponsored by our friends at Bob's Red Mill. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Cast Iron Keto possible.

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Preparation and cooking overview

You only need 5 minutes to prepare this Keto Salad Dressing at home. It's a super simple one-step recipe. Just blend the ingredients — nutritional yeast, olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings — until smooth and voilá. Drizzle the tasty dressing over your favorite salad.

Chef's note

Only use a high-quality extra-virgin olive oil to ensure the dressing is silky smooth and loaded with healthy fats. Also, add a dash of smoked paprika if you want to add a hint of smoky flavor.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 Minutes
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Recipe Makes 8 Servings

For more inspiration check out our Dips recipe.

🧉 Ingredients for this nutritional yeast salad dressing recipe

Let's make this addictive dressing with the following simple ingredients:

  • 1 cup Bob's Red Mill Nutritional Yeast
  • ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • ⅓ -¼ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Bob's Red Mill nutritional yeast packaging
  • nutritional yeast

Ingredient substitutions

  • Fresh lemon juice: If you don't have fresh lemons on hand, use apple cider vinegar for a similar tangy flavor.
  • Tahini: Swap tahini with almond butter for a creamy, rich dressing.
  • Olive oil: If you're out of extra-virgin olive oil, use avocado oil as a keto-friendly alternative.

Additional ingredients

Elevate the flavors of the nutritional yeast dressing with these keto-friendly additions:

  • Dijon mustard: Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for a more complex flavor profile.
  • Chili flakes: If you love a bit of heat, sprinkle chili flakes when you blend the dressing.
  • Fresh herbs: Chop some fresh herbs like basil, parsley, or dill, and stir them into the dressing after you blend it.

Cooking tools required

To make this Keto Salad Dressing, you will need the following kitchen tools:

  • Measuring cup and spoon
  • Knife
  • Airtight container
  • Mixing bowl
  • Food processor or immersion blender

How to make Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing: step-by-step guide

Cooking methods

  • No-cook recipe

Preparation steps

  1. Gather all the ingredients and measure them.
  2. Peel the garlic cloves.
  3. Ready the food processor.

Cooking steps

  1. Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or a glass jar with a lid.
  • Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a food processor
  • Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a food processor
  • Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a glass weck jar

Chef's pro tip

Blend the dressing just until smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Avoid over-blending, as it will make the texture unappetizing. And don't worry if it seems a little thin at first — it will thicken overnight in the fridge.

What to serve with nutritional yeast salad dressing?

Our nutritional yeast salad dressing is perfect for elevating even the most simple salads. Besides salads, it works with a lot of other dishes too. Here are some of our top suggestions:

  • Keto Balsamic Chicken Salad: The tanginess of our yeast dressing cuts through the smoky, grilled flavor of the chicken, making each bite a delightful experience.
  • Brussels sprouts: The nutty, caramelized flavor of Keto Brussels Sprout pairs wonderfully with the vibrant tang of the nutritional yeast dressing.
  • Barbocoa Lettuce Wraps: Drizzle our dressing over chipotle barbacoa wrapped in lettuce for a light and refreshing meal.
  • Avocado and egg salad: The richness of the avocado and egg pairs perfectly with our delicious dressing, making for a satisfying and healthy meal.
  • Fresh-cut veggies: Use the dressing as a dip for fresh-cut veggies or Roasted Veggies.

How to make it healthier?

  • Omit the added sea salt in the mix if you're watching your sodium intake. Rely more on the savory flavors of nutritional yeast and tahini.
Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a glass weck jar

What can I prepare ahead of time?

  • Ensure your food processor is clean and ready to use. It's no fun to pause and clean when you're in the middle of creating your culinary masterpiece.

Storage instructions

Refrigeration: Store the dressing in a lidded container or mason jar in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for seven days. When you're ready to use it, give it a good stir to mix up any ingredients that may have separated in the fridge.

Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a glass weck jar

Recipe wrap-up conclusion

This versatile Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing can take your meals from ordinary to extraordinary. Picture it drizzled over crisp leafy greens and juicy grilled chicken for dinner. This easy and quick dressing adds flavor to any dish, from casual lunches to fancy dinners.

So grab the ingredients and give the recipe a try. This nutrition-packed dressing deserves a spot in your regular rotation.

Looking for more keto salad dressings? Here are our favorite ones!

Frequently asked questions

Nutritional yeast is a flaky dietary supplement/ingredient with a cheesy flavor. It's rich in vitamin B-12 and is great for vegans and vegetarians.

Yes, nutritional yeast is keto-friendly. It's a great source of complete protein and has very low carbs, making it a highly nutritious choice for those following a ketogenic diet.

A serving of nutritional yeast, typically about two tablespoons, contains around 5 grams of carbohydrates. However, it also contains 4 grams of fiber, which means it has only one net carb per serving.

Sprinkle it over avocado toast, salads, soups, or mix it into your salad dressings like in this recipe. It's a versatile ingredient to boost your dishes' flavor and nutritional profile!

If your dressing thickens too much in the fridge, whisk in a splash of water or olive oil until you reach your desired consistency.

This homemade dressing recipe makes around 2 cups total or about eight servings. Each serving is about four tablespoons and contains just 3 grams of net carbs.

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Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing in a glass weck jar

Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing

This Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing is a nutrient-dense way to liven up any salad! It's gluten free, low-carb, and vegan!
4.66 from 23 votes
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Course: basic
Cuisine: American
Keyword: keto salad dressing, nutritional yeast, yeast salad dressing
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 217kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bob’s Red Mill Nutritional Yeast
  • ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or a glass jar with a lid.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Nutritional Yeast Salad Dressing
Amount Per Serving
Calories 217 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Sodium 3mg0%
Potassium 151mg4%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 4IU0%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 11mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
*

Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.

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  1. Arlene B says

    5 stars
    Very tasty! Not sure how I'll like it on a salad, but it seems thick enough to use as a sauce on vegetables (instead of cheese sauce) and I'm going to use it atop my scrambled eggs, too. It also tastes great on crackers like a dip.

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  2. Stephanie says

    5 stars
    This was so good on our salad. Thank you.

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  3. irem says

    5 stars
    I was looking for a way to use nutritional yeast in a keto way, this tastes great thanks a lot!

    Reply
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