Apple Cider Vinaigrette
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Updated Oct 01, 2021
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Apple cider vinaigrette is light, tangy, and extremely versatile – it’s delicious on virtually any salad. Simply whisk together a few ingredients and drizzle it over a bed of greens.
Need some salad ideas to pair with it? Try my Kale Salad with Apple and Chicken, Roasted Butternut Squash Salad, and Roasted Beet and Kale Salad.
What Is Apple Cider Vinegar?
You’ve probably seen apple cider vinegar being used in cooking or for home remedies. But what is it made of exactly? It’s an acidic liquid that’s produced from fermented apple cider. Lucky for us, fermentation produces a healthy dose of good bacteria and probiotics. On the other hand, it gives a fruity and zesty flavor that makes it great for soups, sauces, and various beverages.
How To Make Apple Cider Vinegar Dressing
This vinaigrette couldn’t be any easier to make! Just mix together these few ingredients and you’ll have this dressing made in minutes. Here’s what you need:
- Olive oil – I like to use extra virgin olive oil for that crisp, clean flavor.
- Apple Cider Vinegar – Use organic apple cider vinegar with the “Mother.” This is sold in most supermarkets, but you can also buy it on Amazon.
- Honey – Any type of honey will work, just make sure it’s in liquid form so that it mixes well with the rest of the ingredients.
- Dijon Mustard – Dijon mustard (rather than yellow mustard) has a bolder, more distinctive flavor profile.
- Garlic – One minced garlic clove is all you need.
- Salt & Pepper – Sprinkle a little of each to taste.
How To Store Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This apple cider vinaigrette can last up to 7 days if stored properly in the fridge. Just make sure to seal it in an airtight jar. And when you want to use it, give it a shake to blend the ingredients if they’ve separated.
More Homemade Salad Dressings
Need more ideas on how to give your salad a boost in flavor? Take a look at my other dressings.
- Lemon Vinaigrette
- Dijon Vinaigrette
- Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Avocado Dressing
- Greek Salad Dressing
- Lemon Tahini Dressing
Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Description
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- salt and pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and whisk together.
- Pour into a serving jar and enjoy. Or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Lisa's Tips
- If you love the glass jar I'm using to store my vinaigrette, it's a tulip Weck Jar.
Nutrition
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This is my favorite basic salad dressing recipe. Makes a great base for meat marinade-just add extra spices and herbs! Could literally just drink this dressing.
Happy to hear you’re loving this apple cider vinaigrette, Susan!
I love your recipes for salad dressings. On the nutritional value, is that per serving? And if so, how much is 1 serving, and how much dressing does X1 make? Thank you!
Why is this only good in the refrigerator for one week when all of the ingredients are shelf stable non refrigerated? I’m confused?
Hi Bonnie – It could likely last longer than a week, but those indications are erring on the safe side, as there are no preservatives in homemade dressing. Once you combine ingredients, you would need preservatives.
Love this dressing!
Glad you’re loving this apple cider vinaigrette, David!
Delicious! I tried this recipe to clone a salad dressing we recently had at a restaurant, and this comes close and might even be the real thing! ;) Isn’t it interesting that the best dressings often don’t have to be complex or require strange ingredients. Five stars all the way! Thank you!
Homemade is always the way to go!
My go to dressing. Seriously, I crave this dressing. It’s easy to whip up quick (I always have the ingredients on hand, too, so it’s convenient) and it’s the perfect balance of punchy and a little sweet. You’re going to love this dressing.
Glad this has become a staple dressing for you Jessica!
Incredibly good…my new favorite dressing!!!
Simple but perfect recipe. I literally crave this dressing! Thank you.
I absolutely love this recipe! It makes salad way less boring for me to eat!
But I was just inputting the nutritional information into MyFitnessPal and wasn’t sure what the serving size is? That would be helpful to know to help keep in check with calculating my macros!
Thank you, this is delicious!
How long does it last in the fridge?
Hi Amelia – I normally will list storage instructions in the post, but this will keep for up to a week in the fridge!
Love this recipe now am eating more lettuce from my little garden my fave!!
What brand of olive oil do you use?
I usually use Lucini olive oil.
My favorite dressing of the moment. Easy and quick and lifts up every salad.
Glad you’re loving this apple cider vinaigrette Babette!
Love this!! Please make some more recipes for salad dressing! Love it’s thank you x
Hi Kirstie – Will definitely keep in mind the more salad recipes I make this coming summer. Stay tuned!
It is divine. I make this time and time again. It is my go to dressing, incorporating all the ingredients that I like. It is very easy to make, and I love it.
Was delicious and so super easy to make. This is my new go to dressing. Thank you 😊
Amazing! This definitely is a versatile vinaigrette :)
This is my new favorite salad dressing! Just the right balance of salt, sour, sweet and fats. I blend it in my blender and it emulsifies and gets creamy. Love it!
Just tried this dressing with Lisa’s kale salad! Such a classic, simple, and delicious!
Hi Keren – Amazing! It really does complement well with a hearty kale salad.
Love it; it’s easy to make and lasts a while in the fridge. Highly recommend.
This vinaigrette is so simple and delicious! It’s my new favourite. Thanks for another great recipe, Lisa.
Hi Sue – Glad you enjoyed this vinaigrette :)
Soooo good and simple! My new « go to » vinaigrette! Thank you Lisa!
Wonderful! I’m so happy you loved the recipe Melanie!
This is so good, Lisa! Love how simple and quick it is to make.
Thanks Sapana! It’s simple yet very delicious :)
Homemade is always the best and this vinaigrette is my all time favorite. Looks fantastic.
Thanks Kushigalu! You can never go wrong with homemade dressing :)
What a great, simple vinaigrette for the fall! Great flavors.
Thanks Jessica! It definitely screams Fall vibes :)
I love this recipe. I would use this on all sorts of salads.
Thanks Andrea! Enjoy the dressing :)
This looks so good! I’m definitely going to try it, it looks perfect for my work salads!
Hi Romina – It’s definitely a tasty dressing that’s great for all salads!