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Maple Dijon Vinaigrette

This Maple Dijon Vinaigrette is sweet, tangy, smooth, and packed with cozy flavor from real maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and shallots. Perfect for salads, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, and fall-inspired dishes, this easy homemade vinaigrette comes together in minutes and tastes so much better than store-bought dressing.
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Course: Condiments, Salad, salad dressing
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy homemade salad dressing, homemade vinaigrette, maple dijon salad dressing, maple vinaigrette
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 0.5 cup

Ingredients 

  • 1 shallot minced
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Add the minced shallot, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, sea salt, and olive oil to a mini food processor or blender.
  • Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 20–30 seconds.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Add a little extra apple cider vinegar for more brightness or more maple syrup for additional sweetness.
  • Let the vinaigrette rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the shallot flavor to mellow and blend into the dressing.
  • Serve over salads, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or your favorite fall-inspired dishes.

Notes

  • Blending the dressing creates the smoothest texture and helps fully emulsify the vinaigrette.
  • If you do not have a blender or mini food processor, you can also make this dressing by whisking everything together in a bowl or shaking it vigorously in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Homemade vinaigrettes naturally separate as they sit, so shake or whisk again before serving.
  • Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor and richness.
  • The vinaigrette may thicken slightly after refrigeration. Allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving if needed.