Low Fat Cranberry Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads with this tangy and refreshing Low Fat Cranberry Vinaigrette, a perfect blend of health-conscious ingredients and bold flavors. Made with fresh cranberries simmered to perfection, balsamic vinegar, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and Dijon mustard for a hint of zest, this homemade dressing is as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring just a tablespoon of olive oil, it's an ideal choice for those looking to cut down on fat without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe produces a vibrant, silky vinaigrette that transforms simple greens into a gourmet experience. Whether drizzled over salads, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables, this cranberry vinaigrette adds a burst of flavor that's sure to impress. Refrigerate and enjoy for up to a week—healthy eating has never been so effortless!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine fresh cranberries and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the cranberries are boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the cranberries have softened and burst.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
Transfer the cranberry mixture to a blender or food processor.
Add balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
If the vinaigrette is too thick, add a bit more water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or honey as needed.
Pour the vinaigrette into a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.2 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 960 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 324 mg | 7% | |
*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.
