Pomegranate Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with the vibrant and tangy flavors of homemade Pomegranate Salad Dressing. This quick and easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of pomegranate juice with the richness of olive oil, a touch of honey, and the piquancy of red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard. Freshly minced garlic and a hint of salt and black pepper round out the flavor profile, creating a perfectly balanced dressing that pairs beautifully with crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or even grain-based salads. Ready in just 5 minutes, this smooth and silky dressing can be whisked together in no time, or blended for an extra touch of refinement. Perfect for those looking to add a burst of fruity sweetness and antioxidant-rich goodness to their meals, this versatile dressing is a must-try for healthy, flavorful eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Pomegranate juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a small bowl, combine the pomegranate juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the mixture vigorously until it emulsifies and becomes smooth.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if desired.
For a smoother consistency, transfer the dressing to a blender and blend for 10-15 seconds.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle with a tight lid for storage.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*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.
