Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15

Perfectly tangy and sweet Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing for your salads

by The Chefin Salad Dressing

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

217

Sugar

Fat

20g

Are you tired of trying a new salad dressing every time you make a salad? Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette may be the solution for you. A perfect combination of sweetness and balance of tang, this dressing will make your salad more flavorful and healthy. The rich flavor and nutritional value of this dressing come from the wholesome ingredients used. Balsamic vinegar provides the tangy twist, while maple syrup adds the sweetness to the dressing. The Dijon mustard adds depth to the flavor, while garlic and apple juice give it an interesting and unique taste. Make your salads more exciting with this easy-to-make dressing that you'll enjoy every time you have it.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until ingredients are well combined.
2.	While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the canola oil until the mixture begins to emulsify. You can also use a blender or food processor for this step.
3.	Stir in apple juice until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.

PROS

This sweet-tangy dressing perfectly balances the taste of any salad or veggies it’s tossed with.

The ingredients used provide the right nutritional balance, making it a healthy salad dressing option.

CONS

The dressing needs to be stored in airtight containers, or it may go off quickly.

The taste of this dressing is on the sweeter side, which may not appeal to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dressing is low in saturated fat and sodium and is an excellent source of healthy fats. Maple syrup added to the dressing is an unrefined natural sweetener, and Dijon mustard is high in antioxidants, both of which can help to reduce inflammation in the body.

	3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
	2 tablespoons maple syrup
	1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
	2 garlic cloves , minced
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	2/3 cup canola oil
	1/4 cup apple juice