If you’re looking to add a refreshing twist to your salad, I highly recommend Raspberry Vinaigrette. Its vibrant blend of sweet raspberries and tangy vinegar creates a delightful balance that elevates any salad.
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Raspberry vinaigrette recipe
Raspberry vinaigrette is a fruity and tangy salad dressing. It’s made primarily from fresh or frozen raspberries, creating sweet and tart flavors. The fruity notes enhance the flavors of fresh greens and complement a variety of toppings, from crunchy nuts to creamy cheeses. I love how it brings a burst of color and flavor to my dishes, making every bite feel like a special treat.
This salad dressing is popular during the spring and summer months. It adds a vibrant and refreshing taste to salads. The vinaigrette also offers health benefits: antioxidants, vitamin C, and dietary fiber.
You can use this vinaigrette as a salad dressing for green salads, berry spinach salads, chicken salads, or grain bowls. It can be used to marinate chicken breasts or pork tenderloin before cooking. It also works well for meal prep.
Pour it over roasted vegetables like beets or carrots for a fruity touch. You can also try it as a dip for fresh veggies or as a light sauce for seafood.
Here’s how to make the raspberry vinaigrette:
Raspberry vinaigrette
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar for a richer flavor
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine the raspberries, apple cider vinegar, and honey or maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
- With the blender on low speed, slowly add the olive oil to emulsify the dressing until it’s well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and blend again briefly to incorporate.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or seasoning as desired.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Shake well before serving.
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Variations
The raspberry vinaigrette has many versions. Here are some suggestions you can try at home:
- Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette uses balsamic vinegar instead of white wine vinegar for a richer, sweeter flavor and a darker color.
- Citrus Enhanced Profile adds lime or lemon juice with raspberries to brighten the taste.
- Creamy Raspberry Dressing adds Greek yogurt or mayonnaise to achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
- Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette blends in toasted walnuts for a nutty flavor and extra texture.
- Spicy Version adds a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
- Herbed Raspberry Vinaigrette mixes in fresh herbs like basil or mint for an aromatic finish.