Description
A vibrant and tangy Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette that combines fresh strawberries with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey for a perfectly balanced salad dressing. Quick to prepare and bursting with natural sweetness and acidity, this vinaigrette enhances any salad with a fresh, fruity twist.
Ingredients
Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 8 ounces (227 grams) fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (15 grams) finely chopped shallots
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey
- 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the strawberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, shallots, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper into a blender to prepare for blending.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth, homogenous consistency. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed for your preferred flavor balance.
- Serve or Store: Drizzle the vinaigrette over your favorite salad immediately for best freshness, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. The vinaigrette can be stored up to three days in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Adjust honey quantity to modify the sweetness according to your taste.
- This vinaigrette can be refrigerated for up to three days; shake or stir well before use.
- For a smoother texture, strain the vinaigrette through a fine sieve if desired.
- Great on mixed greens, spinach, or as a marinade for grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
