Sweet Adeline's Homemade Salad Dressing

Brighten up your salads with Sweet Adeline's Homemade Salad Dressing—a simple yet sophisticated blend that comes together in just 10 minutes. This wholesome recipe features extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, balanced with finely minced garlic and a hint of optional paprika for a smoky twist. The dressing is whisked to creamy perfection, creating a luscious emulsion that's both tangy and lightly sweet. Perfect for everything from leafy greens to grain bowls, this versatile vinaigrette is a must-have in your culinary repertoire. Best of all, it’s made with pantry staples and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making it a convenient, better-than-store-bought option for any meal.

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
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional for a smoky hint)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic clove and finely mince it or grate it using a microplane for a smoother consistency.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using).

Step 3

Whisk the ingredients together until the honey and mustard are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

While continuously whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to emulsify the dressing. This process creates a creamy, well-blended consistency.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding a pinch more salt, pepper, or honey based on your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a clean glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well before each use.

Step 7

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow the dressing to come to room temperature before serving to allow the olive oil to return to liquid form if it thickens in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(243.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1138.3

Total Fat 115.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1531.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 0.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 14.6mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 90.5mg	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: 87.4%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 12.4%