Heart-Healthy Sauce Salade
Elevate your salads with this vibrant and heart-healthy Sauce Salade, a quick and easy dressing packed with fresh, wholesome flavors. This recipe combines the richness of extra virgin olive oil with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice and balsamic vinegar for a perfectly balanced base. A touch of Dijon mustard and honey adds depth, while minced garlic, fresh parsley, and basil create a burst of herbal freshness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade, low-sodium dressing is ideal for weight watchers and anyone looking to incorporate heart-healthy ingredients into their meals. Perfect for drizzling over leafy greens or roasted vegetables, this sauce marries simplicity and nutrition beautifully. Try it today and transform your salads into deliciously wholesome creations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and balsamic vinegar until well combined.
Add the Dijon mustard and minced garlic to the bowl, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and the mustard is fully integrated.
Stir in the honey, ensuring it dissolves completely into the sauce.
Fold in the finely chopped fresh parsley and basil, allowing the herbs to infuse their flavors throughout the sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting if necessary.
Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and let it sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Shake well before using and drizzle over your favorite salad. Enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 715 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 165 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.
