Lettuce Make Salad Dressing: Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette with Erin

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.

Introduce the recipe as a maple balsamic vinaigrette.

List ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, optional mustard, 1 clove of garlic, salt, and pepper.

Mention that vegetable oil or canola oil can be used instead of olive oil.

State that cider vinegar or red wine vinegar can be used instead of balsamic vinegar.

Explain that honey or regular sugar can be used instead of maple syrup.

Demonstrate using a garlic press or finely mincing the garlic with a knife, peeling it first.

Add a dash of salt and pepper to the mixture.

Mix all ingredients together until well blended.

Mention that the vinaigrette can be stored in the fridge for up to five days.

Advise to let it sit out for a few minutes and give it a good shake before using.

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