Caper Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with the zesty, tangy goodness of this quick and easy Caper Vinaigrette. Bursting with bold flavors, this versatile dressing combines the briny bite of chopped capers with the brightness of fresh lemon juice, the creaminess of Dijon mustard, and a hint of sweetness from honey. Whisked to perfection with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and a touch of salt and pepper, this vinaigrette strikes the ideal balance between savory and tangy. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or gourmet gatherings. Use it to dress crisp greens, drizzle over grilled seafood, or add a sophisticated touch to grain bowls. This recipe’s star ingredient, capers, brings a Mediterranean flair that will leave your taste buds dancing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, to thin)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth emulsion.
Stir in the chopped capers, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed.
If the vinaigrette is too thick, whisk in 1 tablespoon of water to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a small jar or airtight container if not using immediately. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1156 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 59 mg | 1% | |
*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.
