Apple Vinaigrette
Brighten up your salads and dishes with the crisp, tangy-sweet flavors of Apple Vinaigrette—a simple, 10-minute dressing that marries fresh, wholesome ingredients with bold taste. Made with apple cider vinegar, unsweetened apple juice, and a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), this versatile vinaigrette achieves the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. Dijon mustard adds a subtle tang, while minced garlic infuses a savory kick, all emulsified in silky extra virgin olive oil for a smooth, pourable texture. Perfect for drizzling over leafy green salads, complementing roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade, this homemade vinaigrette delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Effortless to make and customizable to your palate, it’s a must-have recipe for elevating everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Apple juice (unsweetened)
- 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, apple juice, Dijon mustard, and honey (or maple syrup).
Add the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the vinaigrette.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the flavors as needed—add more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tanginess, or salt and pepper for balance.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container. Shake well before serving and drizzle over salads, roasted vegetables, or use as a marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1300 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 84 mg | 2% | |
*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.
