Best 7 Jalapeno Vinaigrette Recipes

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## **Jalapeno Vinaigrette: A Spicy Kick to Your Salads and Marinades**

From the vibrant green fields of Mexico, the jalapeño pepper, with its fiery soul, brings a zesty kick to the world of dressings and marinades. It's time to elevate your culinary creations with this tantalizing Jalapeno Vinaigrette. This vibrant condiment, crafted with the perfect balance of heat and tang, will transform your salads, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and more into a symphony of flavors. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure, where each bite is infused with a delightful peppery zing, enhancing the flavors of your favorite dishes. Get ready to ignite your taste buds and add a touch of fiery excitement to your meals with this easy-to-make Jalapeno Vinaigrette.

In this article, you'll discover the art of creating this versatile dressing, along with variations that cater to different taste preferences. Embrace the classic recipe, or explore exciting twists such as the Creamy Jalapeno Vinaigrette or the herbaceous Cilantro Jalapeno Vinaigrette. Whether you prefer a mild kick or a more intense heat, this collection of recipes has something for every palate. Dive into a realm of flavors and discover the perfect Jalapeno Vinaigrette to complement your culinary masterpieces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



Seared Scallops with Jalapeno Vinaigrette image

This is an incredibly basic but extremely versatile dressing.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and membranes removed
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 large fresh sea scallops
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 oranges, peeled and cut in between sections as segments

Steps:

  • Place jalapeno, rice vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard in a blender. Puree on high until mixture is completely liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Season scallops with sea salt and cayenne pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops in skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Garnish scallops with orange segments and drizzle jalapeno vinaigrette over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 472 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

AVOCADO AND TANGERINE SALAD WITH JALAPEñO VINAIGRETTE



Avocado and Tangerine Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette image

Provided by Ed Kenny

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Side     Feta     Avocado     Arugula     Hot Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Tangerine     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh tangerine juice
1 jalapeño
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 avocados, sliced
4 tangerines or clementines, peeled, sliced into rounds
6 cups purslane, arugula, or watercress, thick stems trimmed
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
2 ounces feta, crumbled (about 1/3 cup)

Steps:

  • Simmer tangerine juice in a small saucepan until syrupy and reduced to about 2 tablespoons, 5-8 minutes. Let cool.
  • Heat a small heavy skillet over mediumhigh heat. Cook jalapeño, turning occasionally, until blistered and charred all over, about 8 minutes. (Alternatively, roast jalapeño directly over gas flame, turning occasionally.) Let cool; remove stem, skin, and seeds, then finely chop.
  • Whisk shallot, vinegar, reduced tangerine juice, and half of jalapeñ:o in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Whisk in vegetable oil, then olive oil. Add remaining jalapeño, if desired. Set vinaigrette aside.
  • Toss avocados, tangerines, purslane, mint, and vinaigrette in a large bowl; top with feta.
  • DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.

BLOOD ORANGE AND SPINACH SALAD WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



Blood Orange and Spinach Salad with Jalapeno Vinaigrette image

Looking for a unique salad to make for a fancy dinner? Adding blood oranges and jalapeno vinaigrette to fresh spinach will wow your guests.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 blood oranges, divided
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeds and ribs removed
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 cups loosely packed fresh spinach
4 tablespoons pomegranate arils
4 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
4 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Zest 2 blood oranges and juice 1 blood orange. Combine zest, juice, rice vinegar, oil, honey, jalapeno, and mustard in a blender. Blend dressing until smooth and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Peel and remove pith from remaining 2 blood oranges and slice horizontally.
  • Divide spinach evenly among 4 salad plates. Divide sliced blood orange evenly over spinach. Top salad with pomegranate arils, pecans, bacon, and feta cheese. Drizzle each salad evenly with vinaigrette and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 323.2 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

PEPPER STEAK SALAD WITH MANGO, AVOCADO AND JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE (NEW DYNAMIC BEEF DISHES)



Pepper Steak Salad with Mango, Avocado and Jalapeno Vinaigrette (New Dynamic Beef Dishes) image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 to 3 jalapeno peppers
1 to 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 boneless beef top loin (strip) steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick (about 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 cups mixed salad greens
1 mango, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 small avocado, cut lengthwise into 8 slices
Salt
1 shallot, very thinly sliced and separated into rings
2 tablespoons shaved firm Cotija cheese or Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat charcoal grill to medium heat.
  • Place the jalapeno peppers on grill over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill uncovered, for about 11 to 13 minutes or until evenly blistered and blackened. Place in a food-safe plastic bag; close bag. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes until skins are loosened.
  • Press black pepper evenly onto beef steaks. Place steaks on grill over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 10 to 12 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Remove from grill and let stand while preparing vinaigrette.
  • Meanwhile prepare Jalapeno Vinaigrette:
  • Remove and discard skins, seeds and membranes from jalapeno peppers. Place peppers, lime juice, cilantro, water and salt in food processor container. Cover and pulse on and off until combined. With motor running, slowly add oil through opening in cover, processing until well blended.
  • Arrange salad greens on serving platter. Fan the mango and avocado slices over greens.
  • Carve steaks into slices and season with salt, to taste. Arrange over salad. Top with shallots and drizzle with vinaigrette. Sprinkle with cheese.

JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 jalapeno peppers
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a nonstick saucepan, roast the jalapenos over high heat until the skins char. Turn the heat off, cover the pan, and set aside for 5 minutes.
  • Peel the cooled jalapenos and remove the stems. Slice lengthwise and, over a small bowl, scrape out the seeds and discard while allowing the juices to collect in the bowl.
  • Add the cilantro, shallots, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to the bowl and whisk to combine. Whisk in the olive oil.

PAN ROASTED HALIBUT WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



Pan Roasted Halibut with Jalapeno Vinaigrette image

This is one of those recipes that caught my eye. It was recently published in our local newspaper. I haven't actually prepared it yet. Plan to do so this weekend. It is quick and sounds full of flavor and spice.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Halibut

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons very finely chopped red onions
kosher salt
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon very finely chopped garlic
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium jalapeno
fresh ground pepper
6 (5 ounce) halibut fillets
avocados, wedges or parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar and onion with a half teaspoon of salt.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes and then whisk in the honey, cilantro, mustard, garlic and quarter cup of the olive oil.
  • In a small skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over high heat until just smoking.
  • Add the jalapeno and cook turning, until charred and blistered on all sides, about 2 minutes; let cool slightly.
  • Slip off the charred skin.
  • Discard the steam and cut the jalapeno in half lengthwise.
  • Scrape out seeds and finely chop the jalapeno.
  • Add the jalapeno to the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining quarter cup of olive oil over moderately high heat.
  • Season the halibut with salt and pepper.
  • Add season fish to oil and cook turning once until they are opaque throughout.
  • This should take approximately 9 minutes.
  • Transfer the halibut to a platter.
  • Whisk the vinaigrette, spoon over the fish and garnish with avocado wedges or fresh parsley.
  • PLEASE NOTE: TAKE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE JALAPENO.
  • USE RUBBER GLOVES WHEN HANDLING.
  • WASH HANDS THROUGHLY AFTER PREPARING AND DO NOT RUB EYES.

SCALLOP, PINEAPPLE, AND BACON SKEWERS WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE



SCALLOP, PINEAPPLE, AND BACON SKEWERS WITH JALAPENO VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Fruit     Shellfish     Vegetable     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Tailgating     Healthy

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices bacon
16 sea scallops
16 cubes (1 1/2") fresh pineapple
2 fresh jalapenos
1/4 C extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1/2 C chopped cilantro
1/2 C chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 lg scallion greens, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
8 oz rice noodles
1 lime, cut into 4 wedges

Steps:

  • 1.Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat, turning, until cooked but not crisp, about 3 minutes. Cut crosswise into 1 1/2" pieces. 2.Prepare lightly oiled grill for medium heat. Alternately thread pineapple, scallops, and bacon onto 8 metal or (soaked) bamboo skewers (8"-10"). 3.Grill jalapenos, turning, until charred and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove seeds and stems and coarsely chop. Transfer to blender with oil, lime juice, honey, cilantro, parsley, scallion greens, and garlic. Pulse until just combined for vinaigrette. (Makes about 3/4 cup.) 4.Coat skewers with cooking spray and grill, turning, until golden and scallops are cooked through, 5 minutes. 5.Prepare noodles per package directions while skewers cook. 6.Drain noodles and immediately toss with 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 serving plates and top with skewers. Drizzle with some of remaining vinaigrette and serve with lime wedges.

Tips for Making the Best Jalapeno Vinaigrette:

  • Choose the Right Jalapenos: Select fresh, firm jalapenos with smooth, unblemished skin. For a milder vinaigrette, remove the ribs and seeds before chopping. For a spicier vinaigrette, leave them in.
  • Use High-Quality Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for this recipe, as it has a rich, fruity flavor. If you don't have extra virgin olive oil, you can use a good quality light olive oil.
  • Balance the Flavors: The key to a good vinaigrette is balancing the flavors of acid, oil, and seasoning. Start with a basic ratio of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts oil, and adjust to taste. You may also want to add a pinch of salt and pepper, or a teaspoon of honey for a sweeter vinaigrette.
  • Emulsify the Vinaigrette: To create a smooth and creamy vinaigrette, you need to emulsify it. This means whisking the oil and vinegar together vigorously until they are combined. You can also use a blender or food processor to emulsify the vinaigrette.
  • Let the Vinaigrette Rest: After you've made the vinaigrette, let it rest for at least 30 minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.

Conclusion:

Jalapeno vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on salads, grilled vegetables, or even as a marinade for chicken or fish. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and healthy dressing, give jalapeno vinaigrette a try!

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