Best Creamy Balsamic Dressing Recipe (NO DAIRY)
Vegan Creamy Balsamic Dressing is made with healthy ingredients. It's delcious with veggie bowls and salads. Plus, it's dairy-free, oil-free, and gluten-free.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 59kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or whole-grain mustard
- 2 to 3 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 medium shallot thinly sliced
- 1 small red chili pepper rib and seeds removed, minced
- 2 tablespoons water plus more as needed
- 1 tablespoon tahini plus more to taste
Instructions
- Heat: Transfer the balsamic vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, shallot, and red chili pepper to a small skillet or saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for about 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly. Add the water and adjust until the desired sauce-like consistency.
- Remove from the heat. Add the tahini and warm water as needed, until the desired creaminess.
Notes
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- The sweetness of the dressing will vary depending on the brand of Balsamic vinegar. Add the maple syrup one teaspoon at a time until the desired sweetness.
- Add the warm dressing straight from the skillet to transform your salad or grain bowl into a nourishing and warm meal.
- Use this recipe as a sauce instead for tofu steaks, or pour over mashed veggie purees.
- Storage: Refrigerate any remaining Creamy Balsamic Dressing in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Serve warm or chilled. Reheat on the stovetop, adding more water as needed, or in the microwave.
Nutrition
Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
