Heart-Healthy Maple Chipotle Dressing
Drizzle some bold flavor over your salads or roasted veggies with this Heart-Healthy Maple Chipotle Dressing—a perfect blend of smoky, spicy, and sweet! Made with nutrient-rich extra-virgin olive oil, pure maple syrup, and tangy apple cider vinegar, this quick 10-minute recipe combines wholesome ingredients into a versatile, guilt-free topping. The addition of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce lends a smoky kick, balanced beautifully with the subtle sweetness of maple syrup and the zestiness of Dijon mustard. With no added sugars or preservatives, this homemade salad dressing is not only delicious but also packed with heart-friendly goodness. Whether tossed with greens, drizzled over grain bowls, or used as a dipping sauce, this dressing will elevate any dish with its unique flavor profile. Plus, it’s easy to store—just shake and serve straight from the fridge!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 whole pepper Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Start by preparing the chipotle pepper. Remove one chipotle pepper from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Slice it open, remove the seeds for less heat (optional), and finely chop it.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, pure maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
Add in the finely chopped chipotle pepper, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the mixture in the bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together vigorously until well combined and emulsified. Alternatively, you can combine the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Once the mixture is emulsified, add 1 tablespoon of water to dilute the dressing to your desired consistency. Whisk or blend again briefly.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt or pepper.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. The dressing can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Before serving, shake or stir the dressing if it has separated during refrigeration.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.1 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 841 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 158 mg | 3% | |
*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.
