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A Southern Soul: Easy Recipes & Stressfree Entertaining Ideas

3 Rules of Fresh Cooking That Start With This One Recipe

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Hello, hello there!

I’ve always kept a bottle or two of salad dressing in the fridge—just something quick to grab. But the first time I mixed up this Homemade Greek Dressing, I knew it was a keeper. It’s fresh, full of flavor, and so easy to make. Now I keep a jar ready to toss into salads, drizzle over veggies, or use as a quick marinade. It’s one of those little things that makes a big difference in my kitchen.

Here are my 3 simple rules for making dressings that go way beyond salad:

1. Skip the whisk.​
Mix it right in a mason jar—no mess, no fuss. Just shake and store!

2. Let fresh ingredients shine.​
Olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and herbs are all you need for a bright, clean flavor that’s better than bottled.

3. Don’t stop at salad.​
This dressing is also fantastic as a marinade, a drizzle for grilled veggies, or even stirred into pasta.

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A Southern Soul: Easy Recipes & Stressfree Entertaining Ideas

Donya Mullins

I’m Donya, the life behind A Southern Soul. I share recipes that are easy to make and full of flavor using simple ingredients. You'll find meal plans for family dinners along with inspiration for entertaining.

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