Name: Creamy Balsamic Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 20 Servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0.25 cup Balsamic Vinegar; 0.25 cup Olive Oil; 0.25 cup Mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard; 2 teaspoons Honey; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 tsp All Purpose Seasoning Blend; 0.5 tsp Italian Seasoning; 1 tsp Water

This Creamy Balsamic Dressing goes great with all your favorite salads. Made with balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard, and flavored with honey and garlic, this tangy dressing adds a sweet and savory upgrade to your next healthy lunch. This rich and creamy balsamic vinaigrette combines oil and vinegar with honey, mayonnaise, Dijon, and spices to make a great recipe that will take a simple green salad to the next level. Homemade balsamic dressing is much better than bottled dressing, and the flavor of the honey balsamic dressing makes it great to use on salads or as a dip.

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Instructions

Add all of the ingredients to a food processor and pulse until fully combined. If dressing is too thick, add 1/2 teaspoon of water at a time until desired consistency.

Store dressing in a container with a tight fitting lid in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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Emulsify Properly for Creaminess 🥄
Whisk the mayo and Dijon mustard together first before slowly drizzling in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a stable, creamy emulsion that won't separate.
Balance Acidity with Honey 🍯
Add honey gradually and taste as you go—it should complement the balsamic's tanginess without making the dressing overly sweet, typically 1-2 tablespoons per cup of dressing.
Reduce Balsamic for Depth 🔥
Simmer your balsamic vinegar on low heat for 3-5 minutes before incorporating it to concentrate the flavors and create a richer, more complex taste profile.
Fresh Minced Garlic Over Powder ✨
Use freshly minced garlic rather than garlic powder and let it sit in the dressing for 10 minutes before serving to develop a more vibrant, authentic Italian flavor.
Adjust Consistency with Water 💧
Keep water on hand to thin the dressing to your desired consistency—add it one tablespoon at a time, as homemade dressings are thicker than store-bought versions.