Description
This blackberry balsamic vinaigrette is a sweet, tangy, and savory dressing and marinade made with fresh blackberries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and honey. It’s perfect for drizzling over salads, marinating chicken or tofu, or adding depth to roasted vegetables. With bold flavors and endless versatility, this vinaigrette instantly elevates any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blackberries (or thawed frozen)
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional substitutions:
- Use raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries instead of blackberries
- Substitute balsamic vinegar with red wine or apple cider vinegar
- Use avocado oil or grapeseed oil instead of olive oil
- Sweeten with agave nectar or monk fruit for low-sugar option
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine blackberries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Strain (Optional): For a smoother texture, strain the vinaigrette through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Serve or Store: Use immediately as a salad dressing or marinade, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5–7 days. Shake or whisk before serving.
Notes
- Use thawed and well-drained frozen berries if fresh are unavailable.
- To make it vegan, replace honey with maple syrup or agave.
- Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- For a spicy twist, include red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Not recommended for freezing, as texture may change.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressings, Marinades
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg