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Creamy dill salad dressing in a white bowl with fresh dill and lemon on wooden table

Dill Salad Dressing Recipe! Easy, Healthy, and Full of Fresh Flavor

This dill salad dressing is a fresh, creamy, and healthy homemade alternative to bottled dressings. Made with yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh dill, it delivers bright flavor without preservatives or artificial ingredients. Perfect for salads, bowls, and roasted vegetables.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: salad dressing
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove (minced)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Airtight jar

Method
 

  1. Add Greek yogurt to a bowl.
  2. Whisk in olive oil and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Add dill, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.
  4. Mix thoroughly until creamy.
  5. Mix thoroughly until creamy.
  6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

  • Green salads
  • Cucumber & tomato salad
  • Grain bowls
  • Roasted potatoes
  • Wraps and sandwiches
  • Pasta salad

Variations

Dairy-Free Version

Use plant-based yogurt or cashew cream.

Vinaigrette Version

Skip yogurt and increase olive oil to 4 tablespoons.

Low-Calorie Version

Use non-fat yogurt and reduce oil to 1 tablespoon.

Keto Version

Use full-fat yogurt or mayonnaise.

Storage

  • Refrigerate in an airtight jar
  • Lasts 3–4 days (creamy version)
  • Stir before serving
  • Do not freeze

Notes & Tips

  • Fresh dill gives the best flavor
  • Adjust lemon juice for tanginess
  • Add water 1 tsp at a time if too thick
  • Mustard prevents separation