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.
Servings4 (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)
Calories: 44 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 0.5 g | Saturated Fat: 0.05 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1 g | Potassium: 92 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 7 g | Vitamin A: 6 IU | Vitamin C: 21 mg | Calcium: 27 mg | Iron: 0.4 mg