Pomegranate Dressing (Pomegranate Vinaigrette) Recipe
This vibrant Pomegranate Dressing, also known as Pomegranate Vinaigrette, is a tangy and subtly sweet salad dressing made from fresh pomegranate seeds, olive oil, pure maple syrup, lemon juice, white balsamic vinegar, and dijon mustard. Blended to a smooth consistency, this dressing infuses your salads with a burst of fruity flavor and a touch of fall and winter warmth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup dressing (approximately 8 servings of 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dressing
- ¾ cup pomegranate seeds
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place all the ingredients, including pomegranate seeds, olive oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, white balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, and a pinch of sea salt, into the container of a Vitamix or any other high-powered blender.
- Start Blending: Begin blending on low speed to start breaking down the seeds and combining the ingredients evenly. Gradually increase the speed to high.
- Blend Until Smooth: Continue blending on high for 30 to 60 seconds, or until the dressing is smooth and all pomegranate seeds have been fully blended into the dressing.
Notes
- Storage: Store any unused dressing in an airtight container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. A salad dressing bottle or any glass or ceramic vessel with a lid works well for storage.
- Ingredient Substitutions: You can use pomegranate juice instead of seeds for a no-blend version. Substitute olive oil with neutral oils like avocado or canola oil. Maple syrup can be replaced by honey for a similar sweetness. White balsamic vinegar can be swapped with regular balsamic or apple cider vinegar, noting color changes. Don’t skip mustard as it acts as an emulsifier to keep the dressing from separating.
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