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maple balsamic salad dressing being poured over a simple salad

Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette


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  • Author: Katie Webster
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 ¼ cup 1x

Description

This Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette salad dressing is a culinary chameleon and will highlight just about any combination of salad ingredients. We love it best with baby greens and/or spinach, fresh Chevre or feta cheese, roasted squash, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries.


Ingredients

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  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 2/3 cup best quality extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup best quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup dark pure maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh or dried tarragon, optional

Instructions

  1. Puree garlic, oil, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, salt, and pepper in a food processor, blender, or mini-prep until completely combined and emulsified, 25 to 35 seconds.
  2. Stir in tarragon if using.

Notes

To make ahead: Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in a tightly sealed jar. Bring to room temperature and shake well to combine before using. 

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad Dressing
  • Method: Blender
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 166
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
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