This Maple Mustard Balsamic Dressing in a couple of different variations is the number one salad dressing I use for my salads. I make it at the very least three times a week and sometimes I even use it as a sauce for dry fish or chicken.
It takes literally 2 minutes to make and tastes H.E.A.V.E.N.L.Y.!! I’ve heard from many people that they either don’t like salad and don’t eat it or that they don’t like salad and force themselves to eat it. They know it’s healthy for them but don’t enjoy eating it and that, in my honest opinion, isn’t healthy either.
Why force yourself to eat a salad that tastes like rabbit food when you can make it taste like an ultimate 100 star international restaurant salad? YES! This Maple Mustard Balsamic Dressing is THAT good! If my 2-year old and 4-year old attack the salad bowl and eat an adult portion each that pretty much proves that this dressing is out.of.this.world!
To show you how quick and easy it is to make this dressing I’ve now finally made a recipe video for all of you :)
Maple Mustard Balsamic Dressing tastes fantastic on any kind of salad and even chicken and fish. Yay! I do believe that the maple, mustard, balsamic and olive oil combo are the most delicious but if you don’t happen to have one of the ingredients, don’t run to the store late in the evening.
Each ingredient of this Maple Mustard Balsamic Dressing can be easily replaced in equal amounts by the following:
- Maple Syrup: Raw Honey, Agave Nectar, Coconut Nectar, Any thick liquid sweetener
- Dijon Mustard: Any other mustard
- Balsamic Vinegar: Lemon Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Any other vinegar
- Flavorless Oil: Avocado Oil, Sunflower Oil, Any other oil
Mix all ingredients in a tightly sealable container and shake really really well. THAT’S IT!!!! Triple the recipe and you’ll have salad dressing ready to grab in the fridge for a whole week.
Salads on this blog that call for either exactly this dressing or a slight variation of it are: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad, Mexican-Style Side Salad, and Turmeric Quinoa Salad.
Can you tell I LOVE this salad dressing? If you are a salad hater you have to try a salad with this dressing!! If you then still don’t like salads, there is no way to help you…. :P
Maple Mustard Balsamic Dressing
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 8 Tbsp flavorless oil - (I used avocado oil) (8 Tbsp are very close to 1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Put all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk well together or put them in a sealable glass jar and shake until well combined.
Nutrition
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Chris says
What are the calories per serving?
Lorena says
That will depend on how much you add to your salad. 1 cup = 16 tbsp so 1 Tbsp of this dressing has about 100 calories.
Marisa says
How long will this last in the refrigerator?
Lorena says
I’ve had it in the fridge for over a week and it was still fine.
Jane says
This was delicious!! Going into our regular rotation!
Lorena says
Yay!! I’m so glad you liked it Jane :)
Christina says
Just made this and it’s so simple to make! For just 4 ingredients … it is awesome and most likely going to be my go to dressing.
Thanks for sharing
Christina
Lorena says
Thank you for coming back and commenting Christina :) I’m so happy you like it!
Joanne says
Would you use this on a regular salad with cucumber and tomatoes? What other things would you add to compliment the dressing and still keep it healthy?
Lorena says
Hi Joanne, yes, I’m sure it would taste great on a regular salad with cucumber and tomatoes. This is actually my go to salad dressing for pretty much all my salads, no matter how many ingredients. I usually don’t add anything else to the dressing but if you want you could experiment with some poppy seeds mixed in maybe?
RainDrop says
This favour combination was really really nice. Definitely a keeper. Thank you!
Lorena says
Thank YOU for coming back and commenting on my recipe :)
Silvia @ Garden in the Kitchen says
I just made this recipe Lorena, can’t wait to try in my salad!
Lorena says
Woooow, what an honor!! :D
Jen says
This is pretty good.I think I’m going to add a hint more maple for my taste.
Lorena says
Go for it :)
Jeff says
I’ve never heard of this particular flavor combination before. I’m eager to introduce it to my salad rotation!
Lorena says
I hope you like it :)