Heart-Healthy Cranberry Vinaigrette

Elevate your meals with this tangy and vibrant Heart-Healthy Cranberry Vinaigrette, a delicious dressing packed with nutritious ingredients and seasonal flavor. Featuring fresh cranberries, apple cider vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil, this emulsified vinaigrette blends tart, sweet, and savory notes with the perfect balance of honey and Dijon mustard. Prepared in just 15 minutes, it's a wholesome, homemade alternative to store-bought dressings, naturally low in cholesterol and rich in antioxidants. Perfectly suited for drizzling over fresh salad greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, this versatile recipe is a must-have for those seeking heart-conscious, flavorful dining. Make ahead and store in the fridge to let its bold flavors meld beautifully!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh cranberries
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries under cool water and drain well.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cranberries and water. Cook until the cranberries have popped and softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the pan from heat and allow the cranberry mixture to cool slightly.

Step 4

Once cooled, transfer the cranberry mixture to a blender.

Step 5

Add the apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic to the blender.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Blend the mixture on high speed until it is smooth and emulsified, ensuring the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance flavors.

Step 9

Transfer the finished vinaigrette to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid for storage.

Step 10

Refrigerate the vinaigrette for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Give it a good shake before using to ensure it's well-mixed.

Step 12

Enjoy it drizzled over your favorite salad greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(651.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1268.2

Total Fat 115.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1544.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 1.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 44.4mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 375.3mg	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: 80.3%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 19.3%