Honey Harissa Vinaigrette
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
8 mins
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Total Time
8 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
197 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Honey Harissa Vinaigrette
Description
This vinaigrette starts by combining red wine vinegar with avocado oil, generating a smooth, slightly fruity base. Honey adds sweetness to balance the vinegar’s acidity, while harissa paste delivers a measured heat that can be adjusted by adding extra harissa if desired. Minced garlic imparts a pungent edge, and smoked paprika lends a warm, smoky undertone. The seasoning with salt and black pepper fine-tunes the dressing's savory qualities.
Preparation is straightforward: shaking the ingredients together in a jar ensures an emulsified dressing with a harmonious blend of flavors. This dressing is reasonably versatile; it enhances salad greens with bright acidity complemented by sweet and warm spice notes. It also benefits from melding flavors over time, performing well on the first day or after resting overnight.
Nutrition information is estimated and can guide calorie-conscious use. Modifying harissa amounts allows tailoring the vinaigrette heat level. The balance of sweet and spicy makes it suitable for many palate preferences.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- ½ cup avocado oil
- 3 TBSP honey (extra to taste if needed)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp harissa paste
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ⅛ tsp salt sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a mason jar and shake well.
- For a kiss of heat, try it with an extra tsp of Harissa (taste as you go)
- Pour over salad and dive in! This dressing tastes great the first day and the next!
Notes
- Nutrition facts mentioned are approximations and should be used as a general guide.
- Adjust the amount of harissa paste to control the spice level in the vinaigrette.
- This dressing pairs well with a variety of salad greens and can be prepared ahead of time as flavors deepen after resting.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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