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A spoonful of golden Apple Vinaigrette drizzling back into a mason jar, garnished with fresh herbs, on a rustic wooden board.
Maryam

Zesty Fresh Apple Vinaigrette

This vibrant and refreshing apple vinaigrette combines the crisp sweetness of fresh apples with tangy apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of maple syrup, creating a perfect dressing for any salad.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Contemporary
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 medium apple peeled, cored, and roughly chopped (e.g., Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji)
  • 1 small shallot roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper freshly ground, or to taste

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Airtight jar or bottle

Method
 

  1. Peel, core, and roughly chop the apple. Peel and roughly chop the shallot.
  2. In a blender, combine the chopped apple, chopped shallot, apple cider vinegar, water, Dijon mustard, maple syrup (or honey), salt, and black pepper.
  3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and pureed, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed. This may take 1-2 minutes.
  4. With the blender running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the vinaigrette is fully emulsified and creamy.
  5. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasonings if necessary. You might want more salt, pepper, or a touch more maple syrup depending on your preference and the sweetness of your apple.
  6. Serve immediately over your favorite salads, or transfer to an airtight jar or bottle and refrigerate.

Notes

Storage: Store the Apple Vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. It may separate upon standing; simply shake well before each use.
Variations: For an herbaceous twist, add a few sprigs of fresh thyme or a tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley or chives to the blender in step 2. You can also add a small clove of garlic with the shallot for a more pungent flavor.
Apple Choice: Sweeter, crisper apples like Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji work best to provide a good balance of sweetness and tartness.