Mustard Pepper Dressing Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 5 minutes
🥗 Recipe Category: Salad Dressings
🔍 Keywords: Low Protein, < 15 Mins, Easy
📝 Description: Mustard Pepper Dressing is a delightful blend of tangy red wine vinegar, pungent garlic, bold Dijon mustard, zesty pepper, and a touch of sweetness from honey, all smoothed out with creamy yogurt and rich olive oil. This dressing is not only quick and easy to make but also adds a burst of flavor to any salad.
🍽️ Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Red wine vinegar |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 1 | Dijon mustard |
| 1 | Pepper |
| (To taste) | Salt |
| 2 | Honey |
| 1/2 | Plain yogurt |
| 2 | Olive oil |
🔥 Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 381.5
- Total Fat: 31.7g
- Saturated Fat: 6.4g
- Cholesterol: 15.9mg
- Sodium: 231.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 20.5g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 17.3g
- Protein: 5.4g
👨🍳 Instructions:
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Whisk first five ingredients together. In a mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, minced garlic clove, Dijon mustard, freshly ground pepper, and a pinch of salt. Whisk vigorously until the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture starts to emulsify.
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Stir in remaining ingredients. Once the vinegar mixture is well combined, add the honey, plain yogurt, and olive oil to the bowl. Stir gently until all the ingredients are fully blended and the dressing has a smooth consistency.
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Taste and adjust. Give the dressing a quick taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preferences.
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Serve and enjoy! Use the Mustard Pepper Dressing immediately to dress your favorite salad, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later use. Shake or stir well before serving. This dressing pairs perfectly with fresh greens, vegetables, or grilled meats, adding a burst of flavor to every bite.
💡 Tip: Feel free to customize this dressing to your taste by adjusting the amounts of honey, mustard, or garlic. You can also experiment with different types of vinegar or add fresh herbs like parsley or dill for an extra pop of flavor.
👩🍳 Chef’s Notes: Mustard Pepper Dressing is not only great for salads but also works well as a marinade for grilled chicken or vegetables. Try drizzling it over roasted potatoes or using it as a dipping sauce for crusty bread. The possibilities are endless with this versatile and flavorful dressing!
