Cranberry Vinaigrette
Add a burst of tangy-sweet flavor to your dishes with this vibrant Cranberry Vinaigrette! Made with fresh cranberries, white wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. The addition of Dijon mustard and finely chopped shallots gives it a savory depth, while olive oil creates a smooth, velvety texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile vinaigrette is perfect for drizzling over crisp salads, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade for your favorite proteins. Bright, bold, and refreshing, this cranberry vinaigrette is a must-have for elevating your everyday meals!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup white wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and place them in a small saucepan.
Step 2
Add 0.25 cup of water to the saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until the cranberries have softened and started to burst.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the cranberries to cool slightly.
Step 5
In a blender, combine the cooked cranberries, white wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, finely chopped shallot, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Blend until smooth and emulsified, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as necessary.
Step 7
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning with more salt or honey if desired.
Step 8
Pour the vinaigrette into a jar or bottle and refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 9
Shake well before drizzling over salads, roasted vegetables, or using as a marinade.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (561.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1287.9 |
| Total Fat 115.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1538.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.9g | |
| Protein 1.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 35.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 298.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories