Vanilla Pear Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads with the luscious and aromatic Vanilla Pear Vinaigrette, a refined twist on traditional dressings. This homemade vinaigrette combines the sweetness of ripe pear with the warmth of real vanilla bean (or vanilla extract), creating a creamy, fruit-forward blend that’s both light and luxurious. Tangy white wine vinegar, honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard balance the flavors beautifully, while extra-virgin olive oil adds a smooth richness. Perfect for drizzling over mixed greens, roasted vegetables, or even grilled chicken, this quick and easy vinaigrette takes only 10 minutes to make and delivers a surprising depth of flavor. With its unique ingredients and natural sweetness, Vanilla Pear Vinaigrette adds a sophisticated, gourmet touch to any meal. Keep it on hand for effortless, elegant entertaining!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 whole ripe pear
• 1 whole vanilla bean (or vanilla extract)
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the ripe pear, then chop it into small pieces.

Step 2

If using a vanilla bean, slice it lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife. If using vanilla extract, measure 1/4 teaspoon instead.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped pear, vanilla seeds (or extract), white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.

Step 4

Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and well combined.

Step 5

With the blender running on low speed, gradually drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until the vinaigrette emulsifies and reaches a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Season the vinaigrette with salt and black pepper, blending briefly to incorporate.

Step 7

Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, shake or whisk the vinaigrette to ensure it’s well mixed. Drizzle over your favorite salad or use as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(299.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	673.2

Total Fat 55.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 710.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 0.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 21.9mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 251.7mg	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: 72.8%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 26.7%