5-Minute Blackberry Vinaigrette
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
659 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
5-Minute Blackberry Vinaigrette
Description
This blackberry vinaigrette begins by pureeing fresh blackberries until smooth. Lemon zest and lemon juice add brightness and acidity, balanced by the tang of red wine vinegar (or alternatives like apple cider or balsamic vinegar). Olive oil provides a smooth, rich mouthfeel, while sugar is added to balance the natural tartness of the berries and vinegar. Salt and black pepper enhance and round out the flavors.
The resulting dressing has a fruity, slightly sweet, and tangy profile that pairs well with a variety of salad greens or fruit salads. Its texture is smooth but maintains some body from the pureed berries. The quick preparation makes it suitable for fresh use or allowing it to rest for deeper flavor melding.
For best results, letting the vinaigrette sit for at least 30 minutes before serving helps the flavors combine and mellow. Adjusting the sweetness, acidity, or saltiness after resting allows for tailoring the dressing to taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 blackberries 6-ounce package
- ½ tablespoon lemon rind grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar or apple cider or balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 to 3 teaspoons sugar depending on your sweetness preference
- salt to taste, sprinkle
- black pepper to taste, sprinkle
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, puree the blackberries. Add in the lemon rind, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt and pepper. Blend for a few seconds until well-combined.
Notes
- The ripeness of the blackberries affects the dressing’s sweetness; use ripe berries for a sweeter dressing.
- Prepare the vinaigrette at least 30 minutes ahead of serving to allow flavors to meld.
- After resting, taste and adjust sweetness, acidity, or seasoning to suit preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 659 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 659kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 55g | 85% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 40g | 200% |
| Sodium | 23mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 383mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 367IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 42mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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