3-2-1 Oil-Free Salad Dressing
Dive into this oil-free salad dressing — a healthy, simple way to make your salads and pasta dishes taste great without added oils. This dressing combines the tanginess of balsamic vinegar with the zesty kick of Dijon mustard and a touch of sweetness from maple syrup, or your preferred sweetener.
Nourishing Health and Customizable Flavors
Beyond its delightful taste, this recipe boasts several health benefits, as it’s free from added oils, making it a heart-healthy choice. Moreover, it’s highly customizable, allowing you to explore different vinegar, mustard, and sweetener options to suit your palate. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings laden with unnecessary fats and sugars, and say hello to a wholesome, homemade alternative that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.
Ingredients (and substitutions)
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or other vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or yellow, brown, spicy
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or other sweetener)
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl, or shake up in a jar.
- Pour over garden salad, bean salad, or pasta salad.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7-days.
Pro tips & substitutions
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These ingredients can be switched out with other variations if desired. For instance, though the recipe calls for balsamic vinegar, other vinegar such as pomegranate, red wine, as well as others can be substituted.
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The same goes for the mustard. I personally like Dijon in this dressing, but brown spicy, yellow, and others would likely be delicious too.
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If maple syrup isn’t a favorite for you, try agave, brown rice syrup, or another sweetener of your choice.
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Another 3-ingredient oil-free salad dressing that I love is this 5-Minute Tangy Vinegar Dressing that is actually from my favorite Thai restaurant where they use it as a dipping sauce for their fresh garden spring rolls.
