Honey Jalapeno Dressing
Elevate your salads and marinades with this irresistible Honey Jalapeño Dressing, a perfect balance of sweet heat and tangy zest. Featuring fresh jalapeño peppers for a bold kick, paired with the natural sweetness of honey and the zesty brightness of lime juice and apple cider vinegar, this homemade dressing adds a vibrant flavor punch to any dish. With a hint of garlic and Dijon mustard, it’s expertly blended with olive oil for a silky, emulsified texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy. Use it to drizzle over crisp greens, toss with roasted vegetables, or even as a flavorful marinade for grilled meats. Whether you're spicing up a meal or adding a gourmet touch to your table, this Honey Jalapeño Dressing is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole jalapeno pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 whole garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Slice the jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and veins if you prefer a milder spice level. Roughly chop the jalapeno into smaller pieces.
Peel the garlic clove and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped jalapeno, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic clove, and lime juice.
Blend on high speed while slowly drizzling in the olive oil to create a smooth, emulsified dressing.
Add the salt, black pepper, and water, then blend again briefly to combine.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed. For a thinner consistency, add an additional tablespoon of water and blend again.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.2 g | 289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1307 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 188 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.
