Homemade Blueberry Vinaigrette Dressing for Salads

This Blueberry Vinaigrette is ready in only 5 minutes and is the perfect, simple salad dressing for summer.

Blueberry dressing in a glass mason jar.

Warm weather is coming, and fresh berries are on the way. This Blueberry Vinaigrette is quick, no-cook, and perfect for summer salads. It takes about 5 minutes to prepare and requires only a few wholesome ingredients. The dressing is silky, slightly sweet, and bright with lemon — a great complement to leafy greens, grilled fruit, or a nut-forward salad.

Blueberry Vinaigrette is easy to make, versatile and ideal for warm-weather meals.

Kitchen Tools

Blender or Food Processor — Either works well; blend until smooth so there are no blueberry chunks.
Measuring Cups and Spoons
An Airtight Container — A mason jar, glass container, or a dedicated dressing bottle is perfect for storage and shaking before serving.

Ingredients

Fresh Blueberries — Fresh berries give the best texture and flavor. Frozen can be used, but you may need to adjust the oil because frozen berries release extra moisture.
Honey and Sugar — Both are optional. Adjust sweetener to taste; the recipe leans slightly sweet but can be tailored to your preference.
Salt — A pinch balances the sweetness and brightens the flavor.
Lemon Juice — Fresh or bottled lemon juice adds acidity and freshness.
Olive Oil — Use plain (light) olive oil or another neutral oil like avocado oil. Avoid extra virgin olive oil if you want the blueberry flavor to shine without a strong olive taste.

Close up shot of a blueberry with dressing in the background.

How To Make Blueberry Vinaigrette

This vinaigrette takes only minutes and requires no cooking.

Blend the Dressing
Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend on low–medium until the vinaigrette is fully combined and smooth, with no visible blueberry chunks. I typically blend for at least two minutes for a silky texture.
Finish and Adjust
Taste and adjust seasoning. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more oil and blend again until you reach the desired consistency.

Leftover Storage

Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container—mason jars or glass containers work best. Keep refrigerated for up to one week. Shake or stir well before using to recombine ingredients; a mason jar makes this especially easy.

Overhead shot of dressing in a mason jar on a white counter.

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Straight on shot of blueberry vinaigrette in a mason jar on a white counter.

Common Questions

Can I use different fruit besides blueberries?

Yes. Strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries work well and create different flavor profiles. You can also mix fruits for a unique blend. Keep in mind that each fruit will change the color and sweetness, so taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Can this homemade vinaigrette be frozen?

Yes. Freeze the dressing for up to three months. One easy method is pouring the blended dressing into an ice cube tray for single-serving portions. Thaw in the refrigerator before using.

Hand pouring blueberry dressing over a salad.

I hope you and your family enjoy this Easy Blueberry Dressing. It pairs especially well with fruit-forward salads like grilled peach or mixed greens with toasted nuts.

Happy Eating!

Easy Blueberry Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

Caitlyn Erhardt

This Easy Blueberry Vinaigrette is ready in 5 minutes and is ideal for summer salads. Use fresh or frozen blueberries depending on availability.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Total Time 5

Course Dressing

Cuisine American

Servings 8 Servings

Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

1 Cup Blueberries
⅔ Cups Olive Oil NOT EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
3 tablespoon Honey
½ tablespoon White Granulated Sugar Optional
¼ teaspoon Sea Salt
¼ Cup Lemon Juice

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend on low–medium until the vinaigrette is smooth and no blueberry chunks remain; about 1–2 minutes.
Taste and adjust sweetness, salt, or acidity as desired. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more oil and blend until you reach the preferred consistency. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Storing Leftovers

Keep leftover dressing refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week. Shake or stir well before serving.

Olive Oil Note

Use plain (light) olive oil or another mild oil so the blueberry flavor remains prominent. Extra virgin olive oil can be more assertive and change the overall taste.

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Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 9.3g
Protein: 0.2g
Fat: 16.9g

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