Delicious Red Salad Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and tangy Delicious Red Salad Dressing, a homemade masterpiece that's ready in just 10 minutes. Crafted with a harmonious blend of red wine vinegar, zesty tomato paste, golden honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this dressing strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Freshly minced garlic, smoked paprika, and black pepper add a bold kick, while extra-virgin olive oil emulsifies the mixture into a velvety, pourable consistency. Adjust the thickness with a splash of water, and you've got a versatile dressing that pairs beautifully with leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even grain-based salads. Quick to whip up and easy to store, this healthy red salad dressing is a must-have for weeknight meals and dinner parties alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 1-2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, tomato paste, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until well combined.
Gradually drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth and emulsified mixture.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and paprika, adjusting seasoning to taste if necessary.
If the dressing is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin it out, whisking until the desired consistency is achieved.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid and shake well before serving.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.6 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1095 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 210 mg | 4% | |
*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.
