The pomegranate vinaigrette dressing recipe is a tasty and colourful way to make your salads better. It mixes sweet and tangy flavours in a simple, easy-to-make dressing. The main ingredient, pomegranate juice, gives the dressing a fruity taste and a bright red colour.
Make Pomegranate Dressing
To make this dressing, you’ll also use olive oil, which adds a smooth and rich texture. Balsamic vinegar gives it a bit of tang, while Dijon mustard adds a small kick of spice and helps everything blend together nicely. A little bit of maple syrup (or agave syrup) makes it just sweet enough without being too sugary.
Homemade Dressing For More Than Salads
You can use this dressing in lots of ways. It’s great on fresh salads, but you can also drizzle it over roasted veggies or grain bowls to add a burst of flavour. You can also use it as a marinade for tofu, letting the proteins soak up the zesty notes for a few hours before grilling or baking.
Pomegranate Salad Dressing Recipe
The best part is how easy it is to prepare the vinaigrette recipe. With just a few ingredients and a little whisking, you’ll have a delicious dressing ready in minutes. You can even make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge, so it’s always ready to go when you need it.
Just remember to give it a good shake before you use it to keep everything mixed well. Whether you’re making dinner for your family or a special meal for friends, pomegranate vinaigrette is a simple way to make your food taste even better.
Variations on the Vinaigrette Recipe
If you have fresh arils by all means make some fresh juice or add them to your salad. Pomegranate seeds are edible and can add crunch to your meal.
No balsamic on hand to make the balsamic vinaigrette? No worries use white or red wine vinegar. In a pinch use any vinegar you have. The vinegar is there to give the dressing its tart flavour. Which pairs well with the peppery flavour or an arugula salad. See my pear salad recipe for ideas.
Pomegranate Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe
Ingredients
¼ cup pomegranate juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon maple syrup (or agave syrup)
Instructions
Combine Ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, add the pomegranate juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup.
Whisk the Dressing: Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Serve: Use the pomegranate vinaigrette immediately by drizzling it over your favourite salad, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls.
Store: If not using right away, store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before using.
For more fall/autumn meal ideas read Fall Season Foods.
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