This quick and easy Spicy Pepperoncini Salad Dressing is perfect to elevate your next salad at home! It has a creamy texture filled with bites of pickled pepperoncini peppers for extra oomph in every bite.

The spicy, tangy pepperoncini peppers make this salad dressing deliciously unique. Say goodbye to boring and bland, we’re here for the flavor!

A colorful salad with greens, onion, tomatoes, salmon, herbs, and a heavy drizzle of spicy pepperoncini salad dressing. More onions, sea salt, and a linen towel sits to the side.

If you’re looking for more salad inspo, check out this Seared Salmon and Halloumi Salad with a garlic herb dressing. It would be tasty with this pepperoncini dressing too!

Ceramic bowls with the ingredients for homemade pepperoncini salad dressing include pepperoncini peppers, greek yogurt, sea salt, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and water.

Ingredients in Spicy Pepperoncini Salad Dressing

Pepperoncini Peppers – You’ll want these to be de-stemmed and roughly chopped beforehand. And remember to save the brine! You’ll use it in the recipe.

Greek Yogurt – Use full-fat greek yogurt for the best consistency and flavor. My favorite brand for this is Fage 5% Greek Yogurt but use whichever you can find! Substitute with a dairy-free yogurt to keep this salad dressing dairy-free and vegan.

Olive Oil – The flavor of olive oil varies greatly so always use a high-quality oil when making dressings. Some brands I recommend include O-Live & Co, Graza, and Brightland.

Overhead view of a food processor with pepperoncini peppers, greek yogurt, spices, water, and olive oil.

Overhead view of freshly blended pepperoncini salad dressing in a food processor. More pepperoncini peppers sit to the side.

How to Make Spicy Pepperoncini Salad Dressing

Blend all ingredients with a handheld blender until smooth.
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

What are Pepperoncini?

As a variety of chili pepper, pepperoncini has a delicious flavor blend of spicy & sweet, think jalapeno meets red bell pepper. The spice level can vary and change depending on how you enjoy them.

I personally love them pickled as it cuts the heat and adds more tanginess to them. Plus the brine is perfect for drizzling overtop a salad or blending into an actual dressing!

Beyond making a pepperoncini salad dressing, they’re also tasty rough chopped and tossed into a salad, pasta dishes, in a wrap, or however else you might use a pickled pepper.

Side angle of a glass beaker with homemade spicy pepperoncini salad dressing. A spoon drizzles the dressing to show the texture. A small bowl of sea salt is blurred to the side.

How to Store Homemade Salad Dressing

Whenever time allows, I love to prep some homemade salad dressing to have in the fridge. It saves money, allows you to customize, and can elevate the flavor of a dish so much!

I suggest storing leftover salad dressing in a glass jar or container with an air-tight seal. Stash in the fridge for up to 5 days, stirring or shaking it up before each use.

A large colorful salad of onion, greens, tomatoes, zucchini, salmon, and herbs is drizzled with creamy yellow pepperoncini salad dressing.

More Healthy Salad Recipes

Now for some healthy and delicious salad inspiration … check out these blog favorites!

Salmon Quinoa Mint Salad – A refreshing mix of crisp green beans, crunchy napa cabbage, baby spinach, nutty quinoa, and tender salmon served with a creamy lemon dressing.

Grilled Vegetable Orzo Pasta Salad – Tender orzo, grilled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, crumbly feta, and slivered almonds with a honey garlic vinaigrette drizzled overtop.