Best 20 Honey Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Honey Vinaigrette: A Versatile Dressing for Salads, Marinades, and More**

Honey vinaigrette is a classic dressing that is both sweet and tangy, making it a versatile condiment for a variety of dishes. It is commonly used as a salad dressing, but it can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. Additionally, honey vinaigrette can be used as a dipping sauce for appetizers or as a drizzle for roasted vegetables. This article provides three different recipes for honey vinaigrette, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a basic honey vinaigrette that uses olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. The second recipe adds some fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, for a more complex flavor. The third recipe uses balsamic vinegar instead of white vinegar for a sweeter and more tangy dressing. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dressing.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD WITH HONEY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Strawberry and Spinach Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This is a great easy summer salad, with a lot of options as to mixing and matching. Plus the salad looks pretty fancy. You can throw in any summer fruit or berry with this mix, blueberries and raspberries are a good choice, as are blackberries later in the season. The nuts are optional but a pecan or roasted almond adds a little crunch and more protein!

Provided by Shelby Cady

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch fresh spinach
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
½ cup raw pecans
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
½ cup olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the spinach, strawberries, Gorgonzola cheese, and pecans in a large bowl.
  • Stir the balsamic vinegar and honey together in a bowl; slowly stream the olive oil into the mixture while whisking continuously. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 282.4 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

HONEY DIJON BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Easy and delicious. Perfect for dipping bread in or great for dressing a salad.

Provided by GumboGirl

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Fat 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 96.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

HONEY-LIME VINAIGRETTE



Honey-Lime Vinaigrette image

Perfect on any salad, this dressing is light and refreshing.

Provided by Lisa Weston

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Blend lime juice, honey, sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin in a blender; stream olive oil and canola oil into the juice mixture while blending to emulsify the oil into the juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 136.3 mg, Sugar 5 g

HONEY-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey-Balsamic 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

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

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

HONEY DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Honey Dijon Vinaigrette image

Super easy and delicious on every type of salad or vegetable.

Provided by mama2006

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Whisk Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and honey together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Fat 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 187.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

HONEY GARLIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey Garlic Vinaigrette image

I serve this every time I have friends over because I love getting all the praise! They rave about it! People love the contrast of the snappy garlic and the sweet honey - I'm sure you will too.

Provided by DAWNER119

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • In a container, combine oil, vinegar, honey, and garlic. Cover, and shake until blended. Set aside for 45 minutes, to allow flavors to combine. Shake again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Fat 27.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



Honey Mustard Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 clove garlic, peeled and sliced in half
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Rub the sides of a bowl with garlic, then discard. In bowl whisk together mustard, honey and vinegar. While whisking, slowly add olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

HONEY-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey-Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This is a salad dressing that I really enjoy on a green salad with walnuts, cranberries, avocado and goat cheese crumbles. This dressing is strong, so a little goes a long way.

Provided by Madenish

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup honey
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, honey, olive oil, and soy sauce until the honey has dissolved, and the dressing is smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fat 6.8 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 41.7 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

HONEY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette image

I kept trying to duplicate the delicious Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette from TGI Fridays®. This is very very close.

Provided by CATHYRAE

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the vinegar, onion, soy sauce, honey, sugar, garlic, and red pepper flakes into a blender. Puree on high, gradually adding the olive oil. Continue pureeing 2 minutes, or until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 78.3 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

ORANGE HONEY VINAIGRETTE



Orange Honey Vinaigrette image

My adaptation of a light salad dressing from the cookbook, "The New American Diet." I particularly enjoy this on a salad with baby spinach, wild rice or both.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice, fresh squeezed
1 tablespoon honey (if you like sweet, add an extra teaspoon)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (more to aid emulsification than to add flavor) or 1/2 teaspoon brown mustard (more to aid emulsification than to add flavor)
1 dash garlic powder, to taste
1 dash cayenne, to taste
salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Blend with a wire whisk.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

SESAME-HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



Sesame-Honey Mustard Vinaigrette image

This tangy dressing is like a creamy honey mustard with an Asian twist.

Provided by Helena

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅛ teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, mustard and sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour atop salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

APPLE-PECAN SALAD WITH HONEY VINAIGRETTE



Apple-Pecan Salad with Honey Vinaigrette image

Sweet-tart apples, like Braeburn or Empire, pair well with Parmesan cheese in this apple pecan salad. You can also try this salad with a Bartlett or Bosc pear and blue cheese. -Anna Russell, Peterborough, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
1 medium apple, sliced
1/3 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon honey mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl, combine the lettuce, apple and pecans. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, honey, oil, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEY-DIJON BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey-Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Honey-Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 851044

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing; in a bowl whisk together garlic, salt, Dijon, honey and balsamic vinegar; add in olive oil in a slow steady stream until emulsified.
  • Adjust honey amount adding in more if desired for a sweeter taste, then season with more salt if needed, and black pepper.
  • Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.1, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 249.8, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 0.1

HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE COLESLAW DRESSING



Honey Mustard Vinaigrette Coleslaw Dressing image

I volunteer for my local public TV station and was co-chair of the food committee that provided food and snacks for volunteers & staff at a major fund raiser in the late spring. The food tent is always located in the outdoor court yard next to the grill. I developed this recipe as an alternative for mayonnaise based coleslaw dressing since the food needed to hold up in the heat of the outdoors. They ate it as a side dish, and on their hot dogs and burgers. They even came back for seconds! This is great for regular salads and dipping too. Enjoy!

Provided by SueChef

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 Cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard or 3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
salt
fresh coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Use heaping tablespoons of the mustard (sometimes I use a combination of yellow and spicy mustard-whatever I have on hand).
  • Place all ingredients in a jar adding the salt and pepper to taste. Shake until well combined.
  • This will keep for weeks in the refrigerator, just shake well before using.

LEMON AND HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



Lemon and Honey Mustard Vinaigrette image

A bit of honey helps balance the tangy flavor of lemon juice and mustard. I use this as a salad dressing, as a topping for steamed veggies and as a marinade for chicken.-Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

KITTENCAL'S SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC HONEY-DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Kittencal's Spinach Salad With Balsamic Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette image

If you are a spinach salad-lover then this is one you should not pass up! Serve this to your guests or family then sit back and wait for all the rave reviews you will get! Add in some cooked shrimp or chicken breast if desired! the dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance, it will need a minimum of 2 hours chilling time to blend flavours, the dressing will make about 3/4 cup but it can easily be doubled. The salad amounts are only a guideline, all amounts can be adjusted to taste. Also see my recipe #66596 and recipe #116849.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb fresh spinach (washed and dried)
4 large fresh white button mushrooms (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or use feta cheese or Parmesan)
1 1/2 cups croutons (or 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds see Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
black pepper
salt (optional)
3 hard-cooked hard-boiled eggs (peeled sliced into wedges)
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing; in a bowl whisk together garlic, salt, Dijon, honey and balsamic vinegar; add in olive oil in a slow steady stream until emulsified.
  • Adjust honey amount adding in more if desired for a sweeter taste, then season with more salt if needed, and black pepper.
  • Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using.
  • For salad; place the spinach leaves in a large glass bowl; top with sliced mushrooms, bacon, blue cheese or feta cheese, croutons and sliced red onion (if using).
  • Toss all ingredients together with salad forks.
  • Season with black pepper (and salt if desired).
  • Place the egg wedges all around inside edges of bowl.
  • Serve with prepared dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.6, Fat 41.5, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 165.3, Sodium 958, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 12

APPLE HONEY VINAIGRETTE



Apple Honey Vinaigrette image

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

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 3 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups oil
2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup apple juice
3 tablespoons liquid honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Whirl all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into sterile jars of decorative bottles with snug fitting lids. Store in the fridge for 1 month.
  • Shake well before using!

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.

WILTED AUTUMN GREENS WITH HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



Wilted Autumn Greens with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette image

Provided by Anne Stiles Quatrano

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Mustard     Side     Bake     Dinner     Salad Dressing     Butternut Squash     Fall     Winter     Honey     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium African or small butternut squash
2 Moonglow or Asian pears, cored, peeled, and diced (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup (about 12) chestnuts
10 shallots, peeled
1/3 pound (about 2 bunches) tender komatsuna leaves or fresh spinach, torn
1/3 pound (about 2 heads) tatsoi, torn
1/3 pound (about 2 bunches) mustard greens, torn
For the Vinaigrette
8 ounces bacon, diced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons local honey
1/4 cup Champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Peel the squash: First cut into two cross sections, scrape out the seeds, and place the squash, flat side down, on a cutting board. Work around the squash with a sharp knife or peeler, making sure to remove the layer of lighter colored flesh under the skin as well as the skin. Dice into 1/2-inch cubes to make about 1 cup (reserve any leftovers for another use).
  • Arrange the diced squash and pears on a baking sheet and toss with the oil. Roast until browned, about 20 minutes; set aside at room temperature.
  • Make a cross slit on the rounded end of each chestnut with a sharp paring knife. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, or until the cut sections on the bottoms of the nuts just start to curl. Peel the chestnuts as soon as they are cool enough to handle, as they will peel the easiest when hot. Cut into quarters and set aside.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F. Wrap the shallots in parchment paper and then in aluminum foil. Bake until tender and slightly caramelized, about 1 hour. Once the shallots are cool enough to handle, chop coarsely and set aside.
  • To make the vinaigrette: In a large sauté pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy; transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and reserve the fat in the pan. Once the fat has cooled slightly, strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup that has a spout. in a blender or food processor, combine the mustard, honey, vinegar, thyme, and pepper and blend for 30 seconds. Slowly add the strained warm bacon fat and the oil through the cap of the blender or the feed tube of a food processor, blending until thoroughly combined Pour the vinaigrette into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the squash and pears, chestnuts, shallots, bacon, komatsuna, tatsoi, and mustard greens to the mixing bowl and toss with the warm vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

HONEY GARLIC BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Honey Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This recipe is slightly different than the others posted as it doesn't include mustard. Quite sweet with a garlic balsamic ending. I always double the recipe - the amount as posted might serve 2 people. Can be used as a salad dressing or marinade.

Provided by fluffystew

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
salt, to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together garlic, honey and salt to taste until well mixed.
  • Add vinegar, then oil, whisking vigorously till blended.
  • Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavours to blend.
  • Remove garlic slices.

Tips:

- **Use high-quality honey:** The honey you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your vinaigrette. Look for a honey that is raw, unfiltered, and has a strong floral aroma. - **Experiment with different vinegars:** You can use any type of vinegar in your vinaigrette, but some vinegars work better than others. White wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and apple cider vinegar are all good choices. - **Add some herbs or spices:** Herbs and spices can add a lot of flavor to your vinaigrette. Some good choices include thyme, rosemary, tarragon, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. - **Let the vinaigrette rest:** After you make your vinaigrette, let it rest for at least 30 minutes before using it. This will allow the flavors to meld together. - **Store the vinaigrette properly:** Vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Be sure to store it in a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.

Conclusion:

Honey vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and grilled meats. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious dressing, give honey vinaigrette a try!

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