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Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette being drizzled from a spoon into a jar.
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Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

This maple balsamic vinaigrette whips up in minutes, using only seven ingredients. Subtly sweet, tangy and absolutely delicious, you'll want to drizzle this easy dressing over all of your salads. It's vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dressing
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 156kcal
Author: Alissa Saenz

Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
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Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a mason jar with a lid. (Note 1)
  • Place the lid on the mason jar, then shake it vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth emulsion. This should only take a few seconds.
  • Open the jar, taste-test the dressing, and make any adjustments to needed to suit your taste. Close the jar and shake it again.
  • Serve.

Notes

  1. If you don't have a mason jar with a lid, another sealable container will do. Alternatively, you can place the ingredients into a bowl and whisk them vigorously.
  2. Recipe makes about ¾ cup of dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.6g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 16.8g | Saturated Fat: 2.4g | Sodium: 107mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 5mg