This Vegan French Dressing recipe is so easy to whip up, rich and creamy, and absolutely delicious. One bowl, 7 simple ingredients, and 5 minutes are all you need to make this healthy oil-free vegan french dressing.
I freely admit salads haven’t always been one of my favorite things. But, since creating some of my own killer oil-free salad dressings my attitude has changed a bit. And, now with this Vegan French Dressing things just got even better.
This French dressing is so freaking good! And, it will for sure bring life to your salad. But, it’s also an excellent oil-free condiment for sandwiches, potatoes, roasted veggies, or anything else you can think to pour it on.
Are you ready? Let’s do this!
Ingredients You’ll Need
French dressing recipes are usually loaded with a ton of oil and processed sugars. But, I knew I could make a much healthier version that was just as rich, creamy, thick, and delicious. And, it’s insanely simple. Check out these simple ingredients.
- Mayo: I used my own Cashew Mayo recipe and it was perfect! It takes the place of the olive oil and works with the apple cider vinegar as the base of the sauce.
- Ketchup: This helps to thicken the dressing and make it creamier while adding that classic orange color french dressing is known for. I prefer using organic ketchup because there’s no corn syrup. If you are looking for a brand that is free of salt, oil, and sugar, check out this one from Well Your World. It’s EXCELLENT!
- Maple Syrup: Adds a nice hint of sweetness.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: Adds the acidity and works well with the cashew mayo. You can also use white or red wine vinegar if you’re out of apple cider.
- Smoked Paprika: The magic ingredient. It adds a hint of spice but the smokiness is just unbelievable.
- Garlic Powder: A hint of flavoring. Because, garlic:)
How To Make Vegan French Dressing
This recipe is easier, cheaper, and healthier than buying it. So, why wouldn’t you?
- Place all the ingredients into a bowl and whisk until the dressing is well combined, smooth, and creamy.
That’s it. Told you it was easy. Don’t be afraid to play around with the ingredients and make it fit your taste. Want it sweeter? Add maple syrup. Want it tangier? The vinegar is your best friend. And, so on and so on…you get the picture.
How To Use Vegan French Dressing
Personally, I love pouring it over a bowl of plain fresh raw spinach. So, obviously, this is great for salads. But, it’s also great as a condiment or marinade. Try it with any one of these delicious recipes…
- Quinoa Black Bean Salad
- Apple Walnut Salad
- Easy Grilled Tofu (makes a great sandwich)
- Holiday Oven Roasted Vegetables
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
How To Store
You can store this vegan french dressing in a glass jar in the fridge for up to a week. Simply shake to recombine the ingredients when you’re ready to enjoy.
More Vegan Oil-Free Salad Dressings
This vegan french dressing is my absolute favorite oil-free salad dressing. But, here are some others you’re sure to love as well.
- Balsamic Oil-Free Salad Dressing
- Vegan Honey Mustard Dressing
- The Best Vegan Ranch Dressing
- Garlicky Lemon Tahini Dressing
You are going to love this Vegan French Dressing Recipe. It’s…
- Tangy
- Rich
- Creamy
- Oil-free
- Healthy
- Versatile
- & SO DELICIOUS!
If you have a nut allergy or want to make this a little lower in fat you can use roughly half of a 12-ounce box of Mori-Nu Extra Firm Silken Tofu.
If you try this oil-free Vegan French Dressing recipe be sure and let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don't forget to tag a photo #shaneandsimple on Instagram. Peace, grace, and good vibes.
Vegan French Dressing Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 mins.
- Total Time: 5 mins.
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Salad & Dressings
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- ½ cup Shane & Simple Vegan Cashew Mayo
- ⅔ cup organic ketchup
- 3 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and whisk until everything is well combined, smooth, and creamy.
- Enjoy over a salad, on your favorite sandwich, or drizzled over roasted veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Tbsp
- Calories: 101
- Sugar: 10.4 g
- Sodium: 274.6 mg
- Fat: 4.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Absolutely delicious! This is the oil free French dressing I have been searching for. THANK YOU, SHANE!
Delicious!!!!
thank you, Donna! If you wouldn’t mind, please rate it with the stars ⭐️ It helps me and others with googel:)
Wow! I used Follow Your Heart Vegenaise and only 2 T. of maple syrup. This is so delicious and I’m grateful I never have to settle for subpar store-bought French dressing again!! I’ll try your cashew mayo when I have more time.
Finally! An absolutely DELICIOUS oil free, WFPB salad dressing! Thank you thank you thank you! SO good.
Thanks, Julia!
I made it using Follow Your Heart Vegenaise and it’s better than any French dressing I have ever bought or made myself. Any suggestions on how to make it French Catalina?
After a long search and almost giving up, this is the first whole food plant based salad dressing we actually look forward to eating, and key to ensuring we get our greens in every day.
While this French dressing recipe is perfection as written, We accidentally discovered a variation that we would like to share with you. The accidental discovery came when my husband added cooked beets as one of the veggies in our salad. When your french dressing mixed with the beet juice at the bottom of my salad bowl, an entirely new sweet flavor happened. So the next day we made the French recipe again (note we doubled the recipe) But added about 2 smallish/average cooked beets to the food processor, and half the smoked paprika (1 teaspoon). The pretty pink color distinguishes it from the original if you happen to have both in the refrigerator. Thank you Shane!
LOVE this idea. Thank you so much for sharing and so glad you enjoyed it.
The best vegan french dressing recipe!
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