This Simple Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette is smooth and creamy, with a deep maple and balsamic flavour. Perfect for cool weather salads, but also delicious year-round! Try it with kale, spinach, goat cheese, bacon or apples for a delicious pairing!
I used to resist making salad dressings. Even though I was constantly cooking from scratch and trying to feed myself and my family ‘real food’ I still bought salad dressings. To be honest, I still do buy some. But I am going to make it a real point to make them myself as often as I can. Because, guys, this took less than five minutes to make. In fact it probably took less than two minutes. So really, what’s stopping me?!?!
Be sure to try this with our Easy Winter Salad for a perfect pairing!
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Step-by-step instructions and photos are below the recipe.
Simple Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
This Simple Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette is smooth and creamy, with a deep maple and balsamic flavour. Perfect for cool weather salads, but also delicious year-round! Try it with kale, spinach, goat cheese, bacon or apples for a delicious pairing!
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 88 kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Place 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup in a small blender. Pulse to combine. You could also do this with a whisk in a small bowl if you wish.
- Add oil a few tablespoons at a time and pulse to combine. Most recipes ask you to pour it in while the machine is running (through the pour hole at the top) and if this works for you that's great. However, I've always found it hard to do that with my small blender without making a big mess. If you're using a bowl and whisk, think of this step as a mini arm workout 🙂 .
- That's it! You're done! How easy was that?!?! Now go enjoy your salad! 🙂
Nutrition Facts
Simple Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving
Calories 88
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Simple Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette – Step-by-Step Instructions
Ingredients for Simple Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Place 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup in a small blender. Pulse to combine. You could also do this with a whisk in a small bowl if you want.
Add oil a few tablespoons at a time and pulse to combine. Most recipes ask you to pour it in while the machine is running (through the pour hole at the top) and if this works for you that’s great. However, I’ve always found it hard to do that with my small blender without making a big mess. If you’re using a bowl and whisk, think of this step as a mini arm workout :).
That’s it! You’re done! How easy was that?!?! Now go enjoy your salad! 🙂
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I tried the salad tonight for supper … It was delicious! Thanks for the recipes
That’s great! So glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Love your blog ❤️ The dressing is so simple and so much better than anything you can buy!!!
Thank you!! 🙂 So glad you’re enjoying it!