Maple Syrup Dressing

Maple Syrup Dressing

5 minutes mins
A classic vinaigrette slightly sweetened with maple syrup. Fall flavours, this goes perfectly with roasted veg as well as leafy greens.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper
    SINGLE BATCH ABOVE






    BIG BATCH BELOW
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2/3 cup olive oil

    extra virigin is ok

  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

  2. 2

    Place ingredients in a jar. Shake until well combined and creamy.

  3. 3

    Store: Keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks.

  4. 4

    Single Batch: This will dress 4 large handfuls of leafy greens / fresh salad, or about 500g / 1 lb roasted sweet potato or pumpkin place o 2 handfuls of rocket lettuce / arugula.

Maple Syrup Dressing

Maple Syrup Dressing

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful dressing that brings a touch of autumn to any meal? This Maple Syrup Dressing is a beautifully balanced vinaigrette, perfect for elevating everything from crisp leafy greens to hearty roasted vegetables. It’s a simple creation that delivers complex, comforting flavors with ease.

What makes this dressing truly special is the harmonious blend of pure maple syrup with sharp apple cider vinegar and a subtle hint of Dijon mustard. This combination creates a sweet and tangy profile that’s incredibly versatile. It's a testament to how just a few quality ingredients, thoughtfully combined, can transform your culinary creations.

Expect a smooth, emulsified dressing that coats your greens or roasted root vegetables with a delightful sheen and bursts with a bright, sweet-tart taste. The pure maple syrup offers a natural, nuanced sweetness and a depth that granulated sugar simply can't match, while the Dijon mustard acts as a gentle emulsifier, bringing all the flavors together in a cohesive, irresistible whole. This dressing is designed to enhance, not overpower, letting the natural goodness of your fresh produce shine through.

Customization & Variations

This Maple Syrup Dressing is wonderfully adaptable to your palate. You can easily adjust the balance of sweetness and tanginess by adding a little more maple syrup or apple cider vinegar to suit your preference. Feel free to use extra virgin olive oil for a richer, more robust flavor, or a lighter olive oil for a milder touch. You'll also find this recipe works perfectly whether you're making a single batch for a weeknight meal or scaling up to a larger batch for entertaining a crowd. A little extra fresh black pepper can also add a pleasant zing.

Serve this dressing alongside a simple green salad for an everyday treat, or drizzle it generously over warm roasted Brussels sprouts or butternut squash for a truly inspired fall dish. Its inviting flavors make it suitable for any occasion.

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