Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette salad dressing

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower in calories, while honey is often less expensive.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar has a similar flavor profile, while apple cider vinegar is generally cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often more affordable.

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard adds texture, while yellow mustard is usually less expensive.

Fill the Good Seasons Italian dressing bottle with balsamic vinegar up to the line.

Add a small amount of water, not a lot.

Pour in extra virgin olive oil to the bottle.

Add half a teaspoon of black pepper.

Add half a teaspoon of salt.

Add half a teaspoon of oregano.

Add half a teaspoon of garlic powder.

Add maple syrup to taste, preferably a darker syrup for more robust flavor.

Tighten the cap on the bottle and shake well to combine all ingredients.

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