Apple Cider Vinaigrette
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
141 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Description
The Apple Cider Vinaigrette recipe merges the acidity of apple cider vinegar with the smoothness of a neutral oil and the sweetness of pure maple syrup. Dijon mustard acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend and thicken the dressing slightly while adding a touch of sharpness. Whisking or shaking the ingredients together produces a smooth, well-mixed vinaigrette.
This dressing offers a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, making it suitable for a range of leafy salads or as a finishing drizzle over roasted vegetables. It can be served immediately or stored chilled.
When refrigerated, the vinaigrette should be brought to room temperature and shaken before using to recombine the ingredients. It holds its freshness for up to one week but is best used sooner to maintain its bright flavors. Freezing is not recommended as the emulsification breaks down upon thawing.
Ingredients
- ½ cup neutral cooking oil avocado or olive, generic cooking oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3-4 Tbsp. pure maple syrup or honey
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard or yellow
- salt to taste, pinch
Instructions
- Add ingredients to a 16-ounce mason jar and shake until well combined. Alternatively, you can add the ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend for 10-20 seconds, or until smooth.
- Serve immediately or store apple cider vinaigrette in the refrigerator for up to 1 week between servings. Bring to room temperature and shake well before using.
Notes
- You can prepare this vinaigrette up to two days in advance and keep it refrigerated until needed.
- Store the dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week; its flavor and brightness diminish gradually over time.
- Freezing this salad dressing is not advised because it damages the emulsion, leading to permanent separation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 141 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 141kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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