This maple vinaigrette dressing recipe has a nice balance of sweet and savory flavors. I like to toss it with any type of fresh salad greens and a handful of toasted walnuts for some crunch. Give this dressing a try if you’re looking for recipes using maple syrup, like these soft and chewy maple syrup chocolate chip cookies with no sugar added, which are another delicious option.
Ingredients and Substitutions
This vinaigrette calls for just a few simple ingredients that you probably have in your pantry. I like to use extra virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar, but you can substitute any type of oil or vinegar you prefer.
Pure maple syrup adds a complex sweetness to this vinaigrette. Be sure to use real maple syrup as opposed to maple flavored table syrup.
Dijon mustard acts as an emulsifier in this recipe and helps thicken the dressing nicely. The velvety consistency of this dressing coats the salad greens perfectly.
I like to include some finely chopped fresh garlic to balance the sweetness of the maple syrup in this dressing. You can substitute finely chopped onion if you prefer. Or you can add 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder or onion powder if you don’t have the fresh stuff.
How to Make Maple Vinaigrette
Watch this short video to see the steps:
Add the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, chopped garlic, salt, and black pepper to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Close the lid tightly, then shake well for about a minute or until the dressing has thickened. Alternatively, you can use a blender to mix the ingredients, but I prefer the ease of just shaking everything up in a container or jar.
Optional Additions
Add 1 tablespoon of any type of finely chopped fresh herbs you like. Tarragon, basil, or parsley are all good options.
Maple Vinaigrette Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (or substitute your preferred oil)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (or substitute your preferred vinegar)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic (or substitute finely chopped onion)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper to a container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Close the lid tightly, then shake well for about one minute or until the dressing has thickened.
- Use immediately or store in the fridge for up to a week.
Video
Notes
- I like to serve this dressing with fresh salad greens and a handful of toasted walnuts for some crunch.
- Optional addition: add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh herbs such as tarragon, basil, or parsley.
Nutrition
Absolutely delicious.
Glad you enjoyed the vinaigrette and thanks for the feedback!