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    Home » Recipes » Salad Dressing

    Strawberry Balsamic Dressing (Oil-Free)

    Feb 3, 2023 by Kaitlin

    This refreshing Strawberry Balsamic Dressing recipe is naturally sweetened and oil-free! It's a great way to liven up salads, especially in the summertime. Plus it's ready in just 5 minutes! (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

    Small glass jar of strawberry balsamic dressing with metal spoon

    This easy Strawberry Balsamic Dressing only takes 5 minutes to prepare!

    It's a great way to jazz up your salads. The flavor is refreshingly sweet and slightly tangy.

    Plus it's naturally sweetened and oil-free as well!

    It's great whenever you can find ripe strawberries, but especially in the summer when they're in peak season.

    Strawberries, vinegar, poppy seeds, mustard, and syrup ingredients laid out in white bowls

    Ingredients for Strawberry Balsamic Dressing

    For this recipe you will blend together in a high-speed blender:

    • Fresh strawberries: You will need 5 ounces, which is about one heaping cup. I measure them after they're hulled (after removing the green tops). Be sure your strawberries are fresh and sweet as it's a main flavor component of this dressing. I purchase organic when possible.
    • Balsamic vinegar
    • Pure maple syrup: This is a great natural sweetener. Just a tablespoon helps enhance the sweetness and balance the flavors. Feel free to use more or less as desired.
    • Dijon mustard
    • Poppy seeds: These are completely optional if you prefer to leave them out. I like the texture and interest they add. Simply stir them in after blending.
    • Salt: I use fine grain salt for this recipe. You can also add black pepper to taste if desired.
    Overhead view of strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and mustard in a blender before blending

    Customizing

    Make it creamy: Stir in some vegan yogurt (plain & unsweetened) for a thicker, creamier consistency. You can add up to 5 ounces, or however much you prefer.

    Make it thicker: Blend in 1-2 teaspoons chia seeds for a thicker dressing. It will gradually thicken as it sits.

    Adding oil: If you include oil in your diet, a tablespoon or so of good quality extra-virgin olive oil can be added if you wish.

    Want more fruity goodness? Try this Blueberry Salad Dressing as well!

    Overhead view of strawberry balsamic dressing in a blender after blending

    Serving

    Use this homemade dressing on a simple spinach salad, mixed greens salad, or whatever sounds good!

    One of my favorite ways to enjoy it is on this Berry Crunch Salad. (Made with fresh berries, citrus, greens, and maple-vanilla candied nuts.)

    Storing

    Store leftover dressing in a sealed mason jar or airtight container in the refrigerator.

    Making ahead: This keeps well for about 4 days, so it's a great dressing to make ahead of time!

    Oil-free strawberry balsamic dressing in a small glass jar with spoon

    For more inspiration, also browse all oil-free salad dressing recipes or strawberry recipes.

    Strawberry balsamic dressing in a glass jar with serving spoon

    Strawberry Balsamic Dressing (Oil-Free)

    Refreshingly sweet and ready in just 5 minutes! A great way to liven up salads, especially in the summertime when strawberries are in season.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Dressing
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 4 (1/4-cup servings)

    Ingredients

    • 5 oz. fresh strawberries, hulled (about 1 heaping cup)
    • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
    • 1 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (or less)
    • 1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
    • 1-2 tsp. poppy seeds (optional)
    • 1/8 tsp. salt

    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients (except poppy seeds) to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth.
    • Stir in poppy seeds, if using.

    Notes

    Storing: Store in a sealed jar or airtight container in the fridge. I find it keeps for about 4 days.
    Yield: Recipe makes 1 cup dressing.
    Creamy version: Stir in up to 5 oz. vegan yogurt (plain & unsweetened) for a creamier consistency.

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    Strawberry Balsamic Dressing (Oil-Free)
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    44
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    0.5
    g
    1
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.05
    g
    0
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.3
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    Potassium
     
    92
    mg
    3
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    9
    g
    3
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    7
    g
    8
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    6
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    21
    mg
    25
    %
    Calcium
     
    27
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    0.4
    mg
    2
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Did you make this recipe?Leave a star rating or comment below!

    If you are enjoying this oil-free strawberry balsamic dressing recipe, also check out:

    • Roasted Red Pepper Dressing
    • Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

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    • Vegan Italian Dressing (Oil-Free)

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