Fat Free Tomato Dressing Marinade

Elevate your salads and marinades with this vibrant Fat Free Tomato Dressing Marinade, a guilt-free flavor bomb that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with wholesome ingredients like tangy tomato paste, zesty balsamic vinegar, and fresh lemon juice, this oil-free dressing is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and herbaceous flavors thanks to a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option) and fragrant dried herbs like basil and oregano. With just 10 minutes and a single bowl, you can whip up a healthy, pourable dressing ideal for drizzling over crisp greens or marinating your favorite proteins and veggies. Perfect for meal prep, this low-calorie, dairy-free dressing will transform your dishes while keeping things light.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic (minced or grated)
• 2 teaspoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth and well-integrated.

Step 2

Add in the minced garlic, honey (or maple syrup), dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure the spices and aromatics are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. The mixture should be pourable but not too runny.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add a pinch more salt, an extra drizzle of honey for sweetness, or a splash of lemon juice for more tanginess.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container. For best results, let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Use immediately as a salad dressing or marinade for your favorite dishes. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week, and shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(182.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	135.6

Total Fat 1.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1335.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 2.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 61.7mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 639.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.7%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 83.5%