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Strawberry Vinaigrette

FDL
By
Fine Dining Lovers
Editorial Staff
Difficulty
Easy
Total Time
10MIN
Cuisine
Ingredients

Frozen strawberries: 8 oz

Honey: 2 tbsp

Apple cider vinegar: 2 tbsp

Olive oil: 2 tbsp

Salt: 0.25 tsp

Black pepper: 0.25 tsp

A homemade strawberry vinaigrette is a lively dressing for a summer salad, with its uplifting flavors and versatile use. Discover this vibrant strawberry vinaigrette recipe below. 

01.

Blend the frozen strawberries, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a blender until smooth. 

02.

Serve straight from the blender over a salad. 

Tips & Tricks

It’s incredibly simple to make a strawberry vinaigrette dressing and the trick lies in the balance of the ingredients. We’ve shared the ideal ratio above for this particular recipe, but you can explore more splits in our helpful vinaigrette guide if you wish to experiment with switching in different oils

When tasting your vinaigrette, if it’s a little too tart, you can balance the dressing with additional honey, or even maple syrup, to add sweeter notes. If it’s a little too sweet for your liking, then an additional splash of vinegar will help to offset this. If you’d like to introduce a spicy kick it’s also possible to add ingredients, such as chili flakes or Dijon mustard, to bring a touch of heat to the dressing. 

We’ve suggested using frozen strawberries in the recipe above, so you can make this dish no matter the time of year. If you do decide to use frozen strawberries, you’ll need to allow extra time for them to thaw before using in the recipe. It’s also just as easy to make with fresh strawberries, when in season. Head to your local farmers’ market to source the best in-season strawberries for making your vinaigrette. Some chefs will use strawberry jam in their vinaigrette recipes to increase the concentration and sweetness of the strawberry flavor. You’ll need to use two tablespoons of strawberry jam in the recipe above, if you want to switch out the frozen strawberries. 

Pairing Ideas

This strawberry vinaigrette is best drizzled over a light, fresh summer salad. A mix of spinach, lettuce, and kale, with feta cheese and almonds, is a winning combination of flavors with this vinaigrette. For more tips on crafting the perfect salad, we have a comprehensive guide that covers the essential building blocks for this dish. 

You could also use this dressing as a topping for a fruit salad or serving of berries and bananas to elevate a healthier snack. 

With its balanced flavor profile, you’ll find this dressing is surprisingly delicious in savory dishes. Try adding it to chicken or pork as a marinade, to introduce sweetness to your preferred meat-based dish. Lastly, with its elegant flavors and beautiful color, you could even package this vinaigrette up as a thoughtful and unusual gift for the next dinner party you attend.

Storage

It’s possible to store this dressing in the fridge in an airtight container for up to three days. After this time it’s best to start fresh and make a new batch if you wish to continue using it in recipes. You can also adjust the recipe above to ensure you have the exact quantities you need for your dish to prevent any leftovers going to waste. Label the container with the date to ensure you use the vinaigrette within the recommended timeframe. 

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