Old Fashioned Tomato Dressing
Discover the nostalgic charm of homemade flavor with this Old Fashioned Tomato Dressing recipe—a vibrant blend of ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and tangy apple cider vinegar, perfectly balanced with a touch of honey and Dijon mustard. This timeless recipe captures the essence of fresh, wholesome ingredients, using classic techniques like tomato blanching and sautéing to create a velvety dressing bursting with natural sweetness and umami. Finished with oregano and black pepper for a subtle herbal kick, this versatile dressing can transform crisp salads, roasted veggies, or grilled meats into flavorful delights. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this homemade tomato dressing is a must-have for adding a rustic yet refined touch to your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 medium white onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons water (optional)
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, score an 'X' on the bottom of each tomato.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Blanch the tomatoes by submerging them in the boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath. Peel off the skins and roughly chop the tomatoes.
Peel and finely dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and stir well. Cook on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down into a thick sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
Transfer the cooked tomato mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the remaining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Blend until smooth.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the dressing is too thick for your liking, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until the desired consistency is achieved.
Pour the dressing into a clean jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 1 week.
Serve over fresh greens, roasted vegetables, or use as a marinade for chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.3 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 346 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 152 mg | 3% | |
*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.
