Maple Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Sweet, tangy, and lightly spiced, this Maple Apple Cider Vinaigrette is an easy 5-minute fall dressing made with apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon, and warm spices.

Course Salad Dressing

Cuisine Healthy, Vegan

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings servings

Calories 126kcal

Author Rachel Conners

Ingredients

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove finely grated or minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of ground ginger
Pinch of cayenne optional
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a small bowl or jar, combine the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne if using, salt, and black pepper.
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 small garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, Pinch of ground ginger, Pinch of cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, Freshly ground black pepper
Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified, or seal the jar and shake vigorously.
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Taste and adjust as needed. The dressing should be bright and tangy with maple sweetness and a subtle warm-spice flavor.
Store the vinaigrette in a sealed jar or airtight container in the refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes if the olive oil firms up, then shake well before using.

Notes

Serving size is about 2 tablespoons; total recipe yield is 1/2 cup.

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