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Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe

Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing can be made in just 5 minutes with only 3 ingredients! Use this easy recipe atop vegan salads, or as a healthy marinade for chicken, steak, or veggies.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 5 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup or honey
  • Pinch of salt optional

Instructions

  • Add ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend for 20-30 seconds, or until smooth.  
  • Alternatively, you can whisk together ingredients in a bowl or shake until incorporated in a mason jar.
  • Store balsamic vinaigrette dressing in refrigerator for up to 3-4 months between servings. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can use a mini-prep food processor, NutriBullet blender, or a Vitamix with similar results.
  • Each serving is roughly 2 tablespoons of salad dressing.
  • To Store: Seal in an airtight container like these cute glass mason jars in the refrigerator. If only oil, vinegar, and honey or maple syrup are used it will last for 3-4 months. If perishables are added keep for up to 2-4 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 27mg | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg