Maple Balsamic Dressing
Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with the rich, tangy-sweet flavor of homemade Maple Balsamic Dressing. This irresistible recipe combines the bold depth of balsamic vinegar with the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup, balanced perfectly with Dijon mustard and a hint of fresh garlic. Made in just 5 minutes with pantry staples like extra virgin olive oil, this creamy, emulsified dressing is as simple as whisking it together, yet sophisticated enough for any gathering. Gluten-free and naturally sweetened, it’s the perfect condiment for crisp green salads, grain bowls, or even as a marinade for grilled proteins. Store it in the fridge for a go-to flavor boost that tastes better than anything store-bought!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Whisk the mixture vigorously until the ingredients are well combined.
Step 4
Gradually drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking, ensuring the oil emulsifies with the vinegar mixture.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a touch of maple syrup to suit your preference.
Step 6
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (221.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1128.2 |
| Total Fat 113.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1313.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.5g | |
| Protein 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 34.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 154.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories