Sugar-Free Onion Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads with this flavorful and *Sugar-Free Onion Vinaigrette*, a light yet bold dressing that combines the natural sweetness of sautéed white onion with the tang of apple cider vinegar and freshly squeezed lemon juice. This recipe is crafted with wholesome, low-carb ingredients like heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and a touch of Dijon mustard for creamy consistency and zesty depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this homemade vinaigrette is easy to prepare and blends into a smooth, silky perfection thanks to the addition of garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, and a hint of salt. Ideal for keto, sugar-free, and clean-eating lifestyles, this versatile dressing adds a gourmet touch to salads, grilled vegetables, or roasted meats while being free from added sugars and artificial ingredients. Shake well and drizzle generously over your favorite greens for a vibrant, tangy finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium white onion
- 120 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 60 ml apple cider vinegar
- 15 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 10 grams Dijon mustard
- 2 grams garlic powder
- 2 grams salt
- 1 gram black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Peel and finely chop the medium white onion.
In a small skillet, heat 30 ml of olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion.
Cook the onion, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
Allow the cooked onion to cool slightly before proceeding.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cooled onion, remaining 90 ml of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and well-combined, adjusting seasoning to taste if necessary.
Pour the vinaigrette into a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid for storage.
Shake well before serving over your favorite salad greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.2 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1025 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 249 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.
