Honey Balsamic Dressing (healthy) – The Fitnessista

Sharing a fast and scrumptious recipe for a wholesome salad dressing: honey balsamic!

Hello buddies! Completely satisfied Monday! I hope you’re having fun with the day to date and that you just had an important weekend! We had an incredible dinner at our buddies’ home and spent the remainder of the weekend doing chores and stress-free. I took a three-hour nap on Saturday which was everyyyytthing. After a few weeks of journey and the Pilot’s work weekend, it was our first *regular* weekend at dwelling in a month, so it was very appreciated.

At the moment, I needed to share my go-to salad dressing with ya. I can’t consider that I’ve been running a blog this lengthy and haven’t devoted a complete submit to this dressing. That is my go-to. I take advantage of it for dinner events, make it upfront to take pleasure in all through the week, and it’s at all times really easy and scrumptious. I don’t sometimes love the dressings that include salad kits, so that is what I’ll usually use to switch it. I just like the style and elements a lot extra!

If you happen to don’t already make your personal salad dressing, undoubtedly give this one a attempt. You’ll see how easy and pleasant it may be 🙂 Let me know in case you resolve so as to add it to your rotation!

Honey Balsamic Dressing Recipe

Crafting your dressing ensures transparency in regards to the elements, serving to you make knowledgeable decisions about what you devour. The Honey Balsamic Dressing is a primary instance of a flavorful but health-conscious choice. With only a handful of pantry staples, you possibly can whip up a dressing that’s candy, tangy, and extremely versatile.

Substances:

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

2/3 cup additional virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 minced garlic clove

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Salt and pepper to style

Directions:

Step 1: The Basis

Start by combining the balsamic vinegar with additional virgin olive oil in a bowl. This dynamic duo varieties the muse of your dressing, delivering an ideal stability of acidity and richness.

Step 2: Add the sweetness

Introduce 2 tablespoons of honey into the combination, offering a pure sweetness that harmonizes with the balsamic’s acidity. Alter the amount primarily based in your desired degree of sweetness.

Step 3: Mustard

Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the mix. This not solely enhances the flavour profile but in addition contributes a refined zing that elevates the general style.

Step 4: Season to Perfection

Season your creation with garlic and dried herbs, with salt and pepper to style, making certain the dressing reaches the right stability of savory and candy.

Step 5: Emulsify with a Good Shake

Seal the elements in a mason jar, giving them a superb shake. This emulsifies the combination, making a cohesive and velvety dressing that may fantastically coat your salad. I additionally love this salad dressing mixer. 

Storage and Serving:

This Honey Balsamic Dressing, saved in an hermetic container within the fridge, can final for as much as one week. Its versatility makes it superb for inexperienced salads, vegetable bowls, and even as a marinade for grilled proteins.

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For extra inspiration on wholesome salad dressings, try my information on healthy salad dressings.

Have an important day and I’ll see ya quickly!
xo

Gina