A Different Tomato Salad Dressing
Elevate your salad game with "A Different Tomato Salad Dressing," a vibrant and refreshing recipe that puts ripe, juicy tomatoes in the spotlight. This quick and easy homemade dressing pairs the sweetness of honey with the tang of red wine vinegar, all balanced by the creamy complexity of Dijon mustard and a hint of garlic. Fresh basil adds a fragrant herbal note, while extra virgin olive oil brings a luxurious, silky texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this blender-made dressing is perfect for transforming simple greens into a gourmet experience. Drizzle it over your favorite salads or use it as a versatile marinade—this wholesome, flavor-packed dressing will quickly become a kitchen favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 5 leaves Fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Core and roughly chop the ripe tomatoes, removing any tough stem ends.
Peel and mince the garlic clove to ensure it blends smoothly into the dressing.
Add the chopped tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper into a blender or food processor.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add the tablespoon of water and blend again to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding a pinch more salt or vinegar if needed.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, shake the jar or stir well. Drizzle over your favorite salad, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1309 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 633 mg | 13% | |
*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.
