Healthy Date Syrup Salad Dressing
A quick and easy refined sugar-free salad dressing featuring natural sweetness from date syrup, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a hint of mustard for a balanced, delicious flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 1/3 cup (5 servings, 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon date syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pour 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into a bowl or jar.
- Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of date syrup.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
- Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
- Whisk vigorously for about 30 seconds or shake well in a jar until fully combined and slightly thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: add more date syrup if too tart, or more vinegar if too sweet; adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Optional: Let the dressing rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to meld flavors before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature olive oil for better emulsification. Adjust sweetness and acidity gradually. Store in refrigerator up to 5 days and shake well before use. Optional variations include adding tahini for creaminess or cayenne pepper for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 ml
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
Keywords: date syrup, salad dressing, refined sugar-free, healthy dressing, vegan dressing, natural sweetener, quick salad dressing