News How to Make a Simple 3-2-1-1 Salad Dressing in One Minute or Less Make this easy 3-2-1-1 salad dressing with ingredients you have on hand. By Jennifer Aldrich Jennifer Aldrich Instagram Website Jennifer Aldrich is an experienced editor who has worked at the two largest magazine publishers in the United States. She shares her knowledge of social media to millions of users through the Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter accounts for Better Homes & Gardens. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on July 25, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email I am, admittedly, not a great cook. But, thanks to my love of cooking shows and plenty of time at home to practice, I am improving my skills. As I was scrolling through food videos on TikTok, I came across a clip from Food Network star Alex Guarnaschelli sharing an unbelievably easy salad dressing recipe that even I could do. It's only four ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, it's ridiculously easy, and after whipping it up in about a minute, I can confirm that it's delicious. (I think it can even convince non-salad lovers to eat their greens.) I'm a vegetarian, so my diet consists of lots of carbs and vegetables. I eat a lot of salads, but I'm not a fan of bottled dressings; they're just not always the tastiest, and I've realized that making my own salad dressing is simple and often tastes so much better than store-bought dressings. In my quest to find the perfect homemade salad dressing, I was excited to try Guarnaschelli's recipe. In the video, she calls the recipe her "3-2-1-1 vinaigrette," representing each ingredient's measurements. Here's what you'll need. Tracy Benjamin Alex Guarnaschelli's 3-2-1-1 Salad Dressing Vinaigrette 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon water All you have to do is mix all your ingredients in a jar. Guarnaschelli used a plastic food container, and I used a Mason jar ($11 for 12-pack, Target) because it's easy to shake without spilling and doubles as the perfect storage container for leftover dressing. After shaking for about 10 seconds, everything was mixed, and I gave the dressing a taste. I thought I'd like it because I love Dijon, and if you do, too, this is the recipe for you. It's a light, tangy vinaigrette that is perfect for side salads. (I know this because I put one together right away.) I dressed my romaine with the vinaigrette and added a few grape tomatoes and some red onions, a must for my side salads. The only thing that was missing was a piece of pizza and a glass of wine because that is my perfect meal. This 3-2-1-1 salad dressing is easy to make and I didn't need to buy any ingredients. It also didn't result in a bunch of dirty dishes, and most importantly, it tastes delicious. Try it on your next salad for a lightweight, low-effort boost of major flavor. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit