Best 20 Cider Vinaigrette Recipes

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Cider vinegar, a versatile ingredient made from fermented apples, adds a tangy and slightly sweet flavor to various culinary creations. Its unique taste profile makes it an ideal base for dressings, marinades, and sauces. This article presents a collection of delicious recipes that showcase the versatility of cider vinegar, offering a range of culinary delights to suit diverse tastes and preferences.

First, we have the Classic Cider Vinaigrette, a staple dressing that elevates salads with its bright and balanced flavors. With just a few simple ingredients, including cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey, this dressing brings a burst of freshness to your favorite greens.

Next, the Honey Mustard Cider Vinaigrette adds a touch of sweetness and tang to your culinary creations. The combination of cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil creates a harmonious blend of flavors that complements salads, grilled meats, and roasted vegetables.

For those who enjoy a creamy dressing, the Cider Vinaigrette with Greek Yogurt offers a luscious and velvety texture. Greek yogurt adds a delightful richness to the dressing, while cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey provide a delightful balance of tangy and sweet notes.

For a dressing with a zesty kick, the Cider Vinaigrette with Chipotle is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Infused with the smoky and spicy flavors of chipotle peppers, this dressing adds a unique depth of flavor to salads, tacos, and burritos.

Finally, the Cider Vinaigrette with Herbs offers a refreshing and aromatic twist. Fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and chives, add a vibrant burst of flavor, making this dressing a perfect companion for grilled fish, chicken, and tofu.

With this collection of cider vinegar recipes, you'll have a versatile arsenal of dressings to enhance your culinary creations. From classic and tangy to creamy and zesty, these recipes offer something for every palate and occasion.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Apple Cider Vinaigrette image

Consider this vinaigrette a blank slate. You can use it as is, or add some favorite herbs, such as thyme, basil or cilantro. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Just before serving, shake dressing again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SALAD WITH WARM CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Warm Cider Vinaigrette image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 43m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (1 1/2-pound) butternut squash, peeled and 3/4-inch) diced
Good olive oil
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons dried cranberries
3/4 cup apple cider or apple juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 ounces baby arugula, washed and spun dry
1/2 cup walnuts halves, toasted
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the butternut squash on a sheet pan. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, the maple syrup, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and toss. Roast the squash for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until tender. Add the cranberries to the pan for the last 5 minutes.
  • While the squash is roasting, combine the apple cider, vinegar, and shallots in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until the cider is reduced to about 1/4 cup. Off the heat, whisk in the mustard, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
  • Place the arugula in a large salad bowl and add the roasted squash mixture, the walnuts, and the grated Parmesan. Spoon just enough vinaigrette over the salad to moisten and toss well. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

COPYCAT ZESTY APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Copycat Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette image

I am a big fan of Chick-fil-A's® grilled market salad and their signature zesty apple cider vinaigrette! So, I developed a recipe to fill that craving. This dressing is simply amazing... the zing of the apple cider vinegar, hint of sweet pineapple and tangy lime juice, and warm heat of the freshly cracked black pepper is a sure winner!

Provided by Lisa Buckholts

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon white sugar
⅛ teaspoon xanthan gum
10 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarsely cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine water, sugar, and xanthan gum in a small bowl; whisk to create a smooth gel with no lumps.
  • Combine vegetable oil, vinegar, honey, pineapple juice, lime juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a medium bowl. Whisk in xanthan gum gel until dressing is smooth and all ingredients are incorporated. Transfer to a vinaigrette bottle and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 234.9 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

FENNEL AND APPLE SALAD WITH CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Fennel and Apple Salad with Cider Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Picnic     Backyard BBQ     Vinegar     Apple     Pecan     Fennel     Arugula     Fall     Honey     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup unfiltered apple cider or apple juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 large Granny Smith apple, quartered, cored, thinly sliced
1 medium-size fresh fennel bulb, trimmed, thinly sliced
2 cups arugula (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup pecans (about 2 ounces), toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl to blend; season dressing with salt and pepper. Combine apple, fennel and arugula in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Mound salad on 4 plates; sprinkle with pecans.

GARDEN SALAD WITH APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Garden Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups apple cider
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 cinnamon stick
2 cups grapeseed or salad oil
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 cups loosely packed mixed torn greens such as romaine, red or green leaf lettuce, or radicchio, washed and dried
2 cups assorted berries: blueberries, raspberries and blackberries
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced
1 1/2 cups crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl or jar with a tight fitting lid combine cider, vinegar, honey, cinnamon, oil, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, toss lettuce, berries, apples, and blue cheese with enough dressing to coat. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

WINTER GREEN SALAD WITH HONEY-APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Winter Green Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette image

This simple yet elegant salad recipe is courtesy of White House executive chef Cristeta Comerford. Also try:Turkey Lasagna with Spinach

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound mixed winter greens, such as chicory, frisee, tatsoi, spinach, or arugula
1/2 fresh fennel bulb, thinly sliced crosswise
1 Granny Smith apple, julienned
Spiced Walnuts for Winter Green Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette
White House Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place greens, fennel, apple, and walnuts in a large bowl; add vinaigrette and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

GREEN BEAN AND RED ONION SALAD WITH WARM CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Green Bean and Red Onion Salad with Warm Cider Vinaigrette image

Categories     Mustard     Onion     Side     Green Bean     Summer     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
6 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut in half on deep diagonal
4 cups (packed) baby greens (about half of 4.5-ounce package)
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
2 large radishes, trimmed, halved, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon finely chopped bread-and-butter pickles

Steps:

  • Boil apple concentrate in small saucepan over medium heat until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Whisk in vinegar, oil, mustard, and mustard seeds. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before using.)
  • Cook beans in medium pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes; drain well. Transfer beans to large bowl; cool slightly. Add greens, onion, radishes, and pickles. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat.

WILD RICE AND ROASTED SQUASH SALAD WITH CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Wild Rice and Roasted Squash Salad With Cider Vinaigrette image

Toothsome wild rice, caramelized roasted veggies and crisp radicchio all shine in this generous salad, which can be served as a hearty side or satisfying lunch. Radicchio adds a pop of color and a punch of bitterness, but a peppery green like arugula would also make a great substitute. This salad is tossed with a generous batch of mustard-cider vinaigrette. If you decide to double the dressing or have any left over, it pairs beautifully with just about any grain or hearty green, and will keep refrigerated for up to three days.

Provided by Yossy Arefi

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 4h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Kosher salt and black pepper
3/4 cup uncooked wild rice (about 5 ounces)
3/4 pound peeled kabocha or butternut squash, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 small head radicchio, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sweetened dried cherries
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves and tender stems
1/3 cup toasted chopped walnuts
Flaky sea salt
1 cup fresh apple cider
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon minced shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees and set a rack in the center of the oven.
  • Prepare the rice: Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the wild rice to the boiling water, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the rice until tender and most grains have split, 40 to 50 minutes. Drain the rice.
  • While the rice cooks, roast the squash: On a baking sheet, toss the squash with the olive oil, paprika and a sprinkle of kosher salt and pepper. Spread the squash into an even layer, then transfer to the oven to roast, stirring a few times, until golden and tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette: In a small saucepan, bring the apple cider to a boil over high. Boil the cider until it has reduced to about 1/4 cup, 10 to 15 minutes. Carefully transfer the cider syrup to a jar with a lid (don't put the lid on yet) and let it cool slightly. Add the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt and pepper. Screw the lid on tightly and shake vigorously to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  • Assemble the salad: Add the cooked rice, roasted squash, radicchio, cherries and parsley to a large bowl. Shake the vinaigrette to combine, then drizzle a few tablespoons over the salad and toss gently to combine. Add more vinaigrette to taste. (You may have a bit of extra vinaigrette; refrigerate it for up to 3 days and toss with other greens or grains.)
  • Top the salad with the toasted walnuts and a sprinkle of flaky salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

SIMPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Simple Cider Vinaigrette image

Came across this recipe in July's Alive magazine, who needs bottled dressing when you can put this together in a matter of a few minutes. This pairs nicely with quinoa salad or any crisp green salad.

Provided by magpie diner

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
black pepper, freshly ground
1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup, pure
5 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Using a small blender such as a magic bullet or a stick blender, mix everything together except for the oil.
  • Continue blending as you slowly drizzle in the oil, in a steady slow stream.
  • Season with additional S&P if you like.

CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Cider Vinaigrette image

This simple, flavorful vinaigrette is an ideal dressing for any green salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon grainy mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, sugar, vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

SPICED WALNUTS FOR WINTER GREEN SALAD WITH HONEY-APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Spiced Walnuts for Winter Green Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette image

These walnuts add some kick to Cristeta Comerford's Winter Green Salad with Honey-Apple Cider Vinaigrette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Nuts & Seeds

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup walnut halves
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon store-bought Cajun spice mix

Steps:

  • Toast walnuts in a medium skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add confectioners' sugar and cook, tossing nuts, until sugar is melted. Season with Cajun spice; remove from heat and let cool.

ROASTED PEAR & APPLE SALAD WITH CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Pear & Apple Salad with Cider Vinaigrette image

Baby greens, Roasted Apples,and Pears, celery, cranberties, toasted Walnuts, Pecans and Gorgonzola Cheese. Dressed with a Honey Cider Vinaigrette. Add some grilled chicken forr a complete meal. I love thIs salad. I decided to combine the apples and pears together to complete this salad. I also topped it off with my cider...

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 22

DRESSING
1/2 clove of garlic or 1 small
1 inch thick slice of onion
1 Tbsp dijon mustatd
2 Tbsp honey
1/4 c apple cider vinegar
1/2 c olive oil i use the lighter oil for dressing
1/2 tsp salt
SALAD
2 anjou or bartlett pears chopped ( any hard pear)
2 granny smith or other hardy chopped
1 Tbsp olive oil for roasted fruit
3 celery stalks chopped coursely
6-8 oz baby greens ( combo of baby lettuce, greens, and radicchio
3/4 - 1 c gorgonzola cheese, or feta cheese
1/2 c toasted walnuts, or pecans
1/4 c dried cranberries
CHICKEN OPTIONAL ( YOU MAY USE PERDUE SHORT CUTS. THEY COME PRE- COOKED AND PACKAGED
OPTIONAL FOR MARINATED CHICKEN
NOTE: FOR MARINATING CHICKEN. DOUBLE THE VINEGRETTE RECIPE. USE HALF FOR DRESSING. USE OTHER HALF FOR MARINATING CHICKEN. ADD ADDITIONAL HONEY TO HALF FOR MARINATING CHICKEN.
1 1/2 lb thin cut grilled chicken marinated sliced
1/2 lb bacon cooked crisp and crumbled (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place all ingredients for dressing into a food processor. Process until smooth. Pour in to a bottle, or bowl and refrigerator.
  • 2. Place walnuts and or pecans in a frypan set heat to high. Add a teaspoon of olive oil. Stir constantly until you smell the aroma of the nuts. Usually that's an indication that they are done and they are just lightly browned. Should take about three minutes or so. Remove from heat onto a plate. Set aside to cool.
  • 3. Heat oven to 425 degree's. Peel apples and pears. Core and remove seeds. Cut each piece of fruit into eight pieces. Then cut each piece in half width wise. You can leave them in wedges or you can cut them in half like I did. Toss fruit in olive oil. Place in a small baking dish Tightly next each other. Salt-and-pepper them. Toss while baking after 10 minutes. Bake Until sides are starting to caramelize and fruit is still a bit crisp. Do not cook until mushy. Remove from pan.
  • 4. Rinse and spin your baby greens. Place equal portions on four plates or bowls. Portion out the celery fruit, nuts and Gorgonzola cheese evenly On top of greens. Dress with the cider vinaigrette.

GREEN BEANS WITH CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Green Beans with Cider Vinaigrette image

Enjoy this simple salad with our Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Goat Cheese and Arugula.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 pounds green beans, stem ends removed
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Set a steamer basket in a pot. Fill with enough salted water to come just below basket; bring to a boil. Prepare a large bowl of ice water.
  • Place green beans in basket; top with garlic. Cover, and steam until green beans are crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Reserve garlic. Transfer green beans to ice water; let stand until cool. Drain; pat dry.
  • Make vinaigrette: Using the flat side of the blade of a chef's knife, mash reserved garlic into a paste. Place in a small bowl; whisk in oil, vinegar, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Toss green beans with vinaigrette, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g

TANGY CARROT-APPLE SALAD WITH CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Tangy Carrot-Apple Salad With Cider Vinaigrette image

Recipe from October 2010 Vegetarian Times. It says that the author, Matthew G. Kadey, RD, prefers sour to sweet and this recipe proves it. I did add a little extra Splenda, oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, but I leave that up to you! I did not serve mine over spinach, rather just in a small bowl as a meal starter. Lastly, I added some pepitas (pumpkin seeds without the shell), but again the addition of nuts is your choice.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 small clove garlic, minced (1/2 tsp.)
2 cups grated carrots (about 3 small carrots)
1/2 cup red apple, diced (I added more)
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
1 teaspoon agave nectar (may sub honey)
1 tablespoon olive oil (use a nice, full bodied oil)
2 cups baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Combine cider vinegar and garlic in small bowl. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Stir together carrots, apple, green onions, parsley, and cranberries in large bowl.
  • Whisk together agave nectar and oil into cider vinegar mixture. Add to carrot mixture, toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • Cover, and chill 2 hours, or overnight. Serve salad on bed of spinach leaves.

AUTUMN GREENS WITH CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Autumn Greens with Cider Vinaigrette image

The cider and cider vinegar add an unusual and unexpected tang to the vinaigrette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon apple cider
2 tablespoons apple-cider vinegar
1/4 cup walnut oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
5 cups mixed greens, such as Belgian endive, Swiss chard, watercress, and romaine

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together shallot, cider, and vinegar. Whisk in the walnut oil, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss with the greens and divide among four plates. Serve immediately.

APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Apple Cider Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Apple Cider Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
2/3 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Whisk the mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, vinegar and chopped parsley together in a bowl.
  • Slowly drizzle in the oil, whisking constantly, until thickened.
  • Adjust the seasonings to taste.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Bring to room temperature before using.

HARVEST SALAD WITH APPLE CIDER HONEY VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Harvest Salad with Apple Cider Honey Vinaigrette Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by cacelias

Number Of Ingredients 16

SALAD:
Spring Mix
Cider Dressing
Figs (optional)
Applewood Smoked Bacon
Pumpkin Seeds (toasted, lightly salted)
Boursin Cheese (cold and crumbled)
DRESSING:
(makes one pint)
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic (.1 ounce)
2 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard (1.2 ounce)
1/3 cup honey (2.2 ounces)
3/4 cup apple cider (6.0 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup cider vinegar (2.2 ounces)
1 1/3 cup oil (10.5 ounces)-Blended oil, 80% vegetable oil, 20% olive oil

Steps:

  • Dressing: Place all ingredients, except oil, in the food processor and begin to process. Slowly drizzle in the oil while the machine is still running. Continue to mix for 30 seconds. Remove and place in a jar or plastic container. Will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week. Makes 1 pint. Assemble all the ingredients into the salad and lightly toss with dressing.

SPINACH-APPLE SALAD WITH MAPLE-CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Spinach-Apple Salad With Maple-Cider Vinaigrette image

This is from Southern Living Magazine. It looks delicious, but I haven't tried it yet. The captian says "This salad is make ahead, great for casual or fancy parties, and easy to tote to a neighborhood get-together".

Provided by Mrs. Hughes

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 ounces pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup olive oil
10 ounces fresh Baby Spinach, thoroughly washed
1 gala apples, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare pecans: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Toss pecans in butter.
  • Stir together sugar and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; add pecans, tossing to coat.
  • Spread in a single layer in a nonstick aluminum foil-lined pan.
  • Bake 10 to 13 minutes or unitl lightly browned and toasted.
  • Cool in pan on a wire rack 20 minutes; separate pecans with a fork.
  • Prepare Vinaigrette: Whisk together cider vinegar and next 4 ingredients.
  • Gradually whisk in oil until well blended.
  • Prepare Salad: Combine spinach and next 3 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Drizzle with desired amount of Maple-Cider Vinaigrette; toss to coat.
  • sprinkle with pecans. Serve salad with any remaining vinaigrette.
  • Note: Pecans may be made up to 1 week ahead. Store in an airtight container. Vinaigrette may be made up to 3 days ahead. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.2, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 18.8, Sodium 226.1, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 11.3, Protein 6.3

CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Cider Vinaigrette image

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Fruit Juice     Mustard     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Vinegar     Apple     Fall     Winter     Shallot     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup unfiltered apple cider
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons grainy mustard
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Boil cider in a small heavy saucepan until reduced to about 1/3 cup, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Whisk together reduced cider, shallots, vinegar, and mustard with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until combined.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH CHANTERELLES, PEARS, PARMESAN, AND CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Arugula Salad with Chanterelles, Pears, Parmesan, and Cider Vinaigrette image

Provided by Frank Stitt

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Mushroom     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Parmesan     Pear     Arugula     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
2 tablespoons minced shallot
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound fresh chanterelles (preferably small; halved if large)
1 very firm Bartlett pear
6 ounces baby arugula
1 (1/3-pound) piece Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Whisk together vinegar, honey, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 tablespoon shallot in a small bowl and let stand 10 minutes. Add 6 tablespoons oil in a slow stream, whisking.
  • Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté chanterelles, stirring, until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, and tablespoon shallot and sauté, stirring, 5 seconds. Remove from heat and keep warm, covered.
  • Halve, core, and very thinly slice pear lengthwise, then divide slices among 8 salad plates. Toss arugula with just enough vinaigrette to lightly coat and mound in centers of plates. Arrange chanterelles around arugula. Shave 6 or 8 curls from cheese with a vegetable peeler onto each salad. Drizzle salads with some of remaining vinaigrette.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh apple cider. It will give your vinaigrette a more robust flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh apple cider, you can substitute apple cider vinegar. Just be sure to dilute it with water so that it's not too tart.
  • To make a creamy cider vinaigrette, whisk in a tablespoon or two of mayonnaise or sour cream.
  • Add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to your vinaigrette for a touch of sweetness.
  • For a more savory vinaigrette, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard or a few grinds of black pepper.
  • Cider vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on salads, vegetables, chicken, fish, and pork.

Conclusion:

Cider vinaigrette is a delicious and easy-to-make dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's a great way to add a touch of sweetness, tartness, and savory flavor to your meals. So next time you're looking for a new dressing to try, give cider vinaigrette a try. You won't be disappointed!

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