Ingredients
- 2/3 cup oil (avocado oil, expeller pressed sunflower oil, or neutral olive oil)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar, white wine vinegar, rice vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (or other flavored mustard)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and optional celery seed and cayenne pepper in a pint-size jar.
- Seal the jar and shake vigorously until combined, or whisk the ingredients together by hand.
- Alternatively, use a hand-held immersion blender to emulsify the mixture until smooth and glossy.
- Optional: Refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours to let the flavors meld before using.
Notes
The dressing keeps well in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 months when stored in a clean, sealed jar. Shake or blend before use if separation occurs., This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. To make a creamy version, add a few tablespoons of mayo, Greek yogurt, or sour cream (check labels if avoiding allergens)., Try swapping vinegars or oils to customize flavor, such as white wine vinegar or mild olive oil., A pinch of cayenne adds a pleasant heat, especially good for Tex-Mex style dishes., Do not freeze the dressing as the texture and flavor may be affected., Doubling or tripling the recipe is easy; just scale ingredients accordingly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 tablespoons
- Calories: Approximately 120 calories per 2 tablespoon serving
- Fat: 14 g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 1-2 g per serving
- Protein: 0 g per serving