Mediterranean Diet Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dressing

Elevate your salads and Mediterranean-inspired dishes with this quick and flavorful Mediterranean Diet Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dressing. Whipped up in just 10 minutes, this healthy homemade dressing boasts a perfect balance of tangy apple cider vinegar, rich extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of Dijon mustard for depth. A hint of honey adds natural sweetness, while fresh minced garlic and a sprinkle of salt and black pepper round out the bold, zesty flavors. Not only is this dressing a versatile complement to leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, but it’s also packed with wholesome, heart-healthy ingredients true to the Mediterranean diet. Make a batch ahead of time—it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week!

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 0.25 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by peeling and mincing the garlic clove to ensure it blends well into the dressing.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl or a glass jar with a lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar.

Step 3

Add in the Dijon mustard and honey. Stir or shake the mixture until these ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, ensuring it is evenly distributed in the dressing.

Step 5

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.

Step 6

If using a bowl, whisk the ingredients vigorously until emulsified. If using a jar, secure the lid and shake well until everything is well combined and the mixture is slightly thickened.

Step 7

Taste the dressing and adjust the balance of flavors with more honey or vinegar if needed.

Step 8

Store the vinaigrette in the refrigerator for up to one week and shake or whisk gently before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(222.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1072.8

Total Fat 115.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1529.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 0.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 13.1mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 73.8mg	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: 93.0%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 6.9%