Fresh Raspberry Vinaigrette
A tangy and sweet homemade vinaigrette made with fresh raspberries, apple cider vinegar, honey, and olive oil. Perfect for salads, marinades, and adding a burst of fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup (6 servings, 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125g) fresh raspberries
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey
- 1 teaspoon (5g) Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup (125g) fresh raspberries gently under cold water. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels to avoid watering down your vinaigrette. (About 2 minutes)
- In your blender or food processor, add the fresh raspberries, 3 tablespoons (45ml) apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey, 1 teaspoon (5g) Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) salt, and a pinch (1/8 teaspoon) of freshly ground black pepper. Blend until smooth and vibrant, about 20-30 seconds. (3-4 minutes)
- With the blender running on low, slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil to emulsify the dressing. (1-2 minutes)
- Pour the vinaigrette into a bowl or jar and taste. Adjust sweetness or tanginess by adding more honey, olive oil, or a pinch of sugar if needed. Thin with a teaspoon or two of water if too thick. (2 minutes)
- Refrigerate the vinaigrette for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and mellow. Shake or whisk before use. (30 minutes chilling time)
Notes
For a seedless vinaigrette, strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve before adding olive oil. Use fresh raspberries for best flavor; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid. Add lemon juice for extra tartness or adjust sweetness with honey or sugar. Slowly drizzle olive oil while blending to prevent separation. Refrigerate before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 0.2
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