Mediterranean Diet Maple Chipotle Dressing
Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with the bold, smoky-sweet flavors of Mediterranean Diet Maple Chipotle Dressing! This vibrant homemade dressing combines heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, tangy apple cider vinegar, and pure maple syrup for a delicate sweetness that harmonizes perfectly with the smoky heat of chipotle pepper in adobo sauce. Enhanced with fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dressing is a masterclass in balance, blending spicy, tangy, and sweet notes seamlessly. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s ideal for meal preppers, as it can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Whether drizzled atop greens, grain bowls, or grilled proteins, this Mediterranean-inspired dressing is a flavorful way to stay committed to healthy eating. Keywords: Mediterranean diet dressing, maple chipotle dressing, homemade salad dressing, smoky sweet dressing, easy dressing recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
- 1 piece Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by finely chopping the chipotle pepper and garlic clove. This will ensure they blend smoothly into the dressing.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and pure maple syrup until well combined.
Add the chopped chipotle pepper and garlic to the bowl.
Pour in the lemon juice and Dijon mustard, then continue to whisk until the dressing is emulsified.
Season the dressing with kosher salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste if needed.
Transfer the dressing to a mason jar or a bottle with a lid. Shake well before using.
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week, and shake well before each use to ensure the dressing is well-mixed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 536 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 239 mg | 5% | |
*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.
