Description
his homemade strawberry vinaigrette recipe is sweet, tangy, and packed with fresh flavor. Made with real strawberries, olive oil, vinegar, and honey, this easy strawberry vinaigrette is perfect for salads, marinades, and even as a dipping sauce. It takes just 5 minutes to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled)
- ¼ cup olive oil (extra virgin)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (for emulsification)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
📌 Instructions:
- Blend Ingredients – In a blender or food processor, combine strawberries, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Emulsify – While blending, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth and fully combined.
- Adjust Consistency – If the vinaigrette is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again.
- Taste & Adjust – Add more honey for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess, if needed.
- Store & Serve – Transfer to a jar, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using, and shake well before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Shake before use.
- Substitutions: Swap honey for maple syrup or use lemon juice instead of vinegar.
- Variations: Add fresh basil, mint, or red pepper flakes for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 2 tbsp
- Calories: Calories:
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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