Description
Homemade strawberry vinaigrette brings fresh garden sweetness to salads with Mediterranean charm. Tangy berries and silky olive oil create a light, zesty dressing that elevates any green ensemble you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ¾ cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Sweeteners and Citrus:
- 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
Seasoning:
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
- Gather fresh, ripe strawberries and thoroughly wash them to remove any dirt or debris, ensuring peak flavor and cleanliness.
- Add all ingredients into a high-performance blender, carefully measuring each component to maintain the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
- Finely grate the lime zest directly into the blender, releasing its aromatic essential oils for enhanced taste complexity.
- Secure the blender lid tightly and pulse initially to break down larger strawberry pieces, preventing splashing and promoting even blending.
- Blend the mixture on high speed for 25 to 35 seconds, creating a silky-smooth consistency with no visible fruit chunks or texture irregularities.
- Stop the blender and scrape down the sides with a flexible spatula to incorporate any unmixed ingredients, ensuring a uniform vinaigrette.
- Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed, potentially adding a pinch of salt or extra honey to balance the flavors.
- Transfer the freshly blended vinaigrette into a clean glass jar with an airtight lid, which helps preserve its vibrant color and fresh taste.
- Refrigerate the vinaigrette immediately, where it will maintain optimal quality for up to 5 days when stored properly in a cold environment.
- Before serving, gently shake the jar to recombine any natural separation and bring the vinaigrette back to its original smooth texture.
Notes
- Freshness matters most when selecting strawberries, so choose ripe, vibrant red fruits for the most intense flavor profile.
- Blending time is crucial – aim for 20-30 seconds to achieve a silky-smooth consistency without overdoing it.
- Refrigeration helps preserve the vinaigrette’s bright taste, allowing you to enjoy it up to 5 days after preparation.
- Use high-speed blender for optimal texture, ensuring all ingredients integrate seamlessly without lumps.
- Versatile dressing works beautifully on salads, as a marinade, or a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables.
- Zesting lime directly into the mixture maximizes essential oils and enhances the overall aromatic experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg