Low Fat Harissa Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this flavorful yet guilt-free Low Fat Harissa Vinaigrette. Bursting with the smoky heat of harissa paste, balanced by tangy red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey, this dressing delivers big flavor without the added calories. The Dijon mustard and minced garlic lend a savory depth, while finely chopped parsley adds a pop of freshness and color. Unlike heavier dressings, the recipe uses water to achieve the perfect consistency, making it light yet satisfying. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile vinaigrette is perfect for meal prepping or impressing dinner guests, whether drizzled over greens or used as a bold marinade. Healthy, quick, and irresistibly zesty, this harissa vinaigrette is a must-try for vibrant and flavorful meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Harissa paste
• 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the harissa paste, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until they are well blended and smooth, ensuring the honey and mustard are fully incorporated.

Step 3

Add the salt and black pepper to the vinaigrette base, then continue to whisk to meld the flavors.

Step 4

Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously until the vinaigrette reaches your desired consistency. This will keep the vinaigrette flavorful yet low in fat.

Step 5

Stir in the fresh parsley to add a touch of color and freshness to the vinaigrette.

Step 6

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if necessary, by adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Shake or whisk the vinaigrette before serving. Drizzle over your favorite salad or use as a marinade for grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(199.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	155.1

Total Fat 5.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1677.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 45.4mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 227.4mg	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: 29.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 63.9%