Balsamic Dressing Recipe GardenFork

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar provides a similar acidity with fewer calories.

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard adds texture and flavor without extra calories.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a lower glycemic alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

Start by adding 1 tablespoon of brown mustard to a bowl.

Add a glug of balsamic vinegar to the bowl.

Pour in 3 to 4 glugs of extra virgin olive oil.

Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of Umami magic to the mixture.

Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.

Prepare salad greens by taking two handfuls and placing them in a bowl.

Cut cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad greens.

Toss the salad to coat the greens and tomatoes with the dressing.

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