Honey Cumin Banana Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this Honey Cumin Banana Vinaigrette, a luscious and unexpected twist on traditional dressings. Sweet ripe banana blends seamlessly with golden honey, while a hint of warm, earthy cumin adds depth and intrigue. Balanced with tangy apple cider vinegar, silky extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this dressing achieves a perfect harmony of flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes, this creamy vinaigrette is not only quick to make but also incredibly versatile — drizzle it over fresh greens, roasted vegetables, or even grilled fruit for a vibrant and healthy burst of flavor. Plus, it’s naturally sweetened and can be refrigerated for up to three days, making it a convenient and delicious addition to any meal. Keywords: honey cumin banana vinaigrette, unique salad dressing, easy vinaigrette recipe, homemade dressing ideas, banana-based vinaigrette.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and place it in a blender or food processor.
Add the honey, ground cumin, apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender with the banana.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more salt or a drizzle of honey for sweetness, if desired.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a clean glass jar or a bottle with a lid for easy pouring.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.8 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1304 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 514 mg | 11% | |
*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.
