Skip to main content

Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

By Chamseddine
Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette will add so much flavor to your next delicious homemade salad. 

Our core belief here is that balanced eating should be both nutrient-dense and delicious-dense! One of the unique elements in our Foundational Five system for creating balanced meals is the Flavor Factor, which is all about adding ingredients that help make your meal taste delicious and even more nutritious, including sauces, dressings, spices, and herbs.

Made with dijon mustard and balsamic vinegar, this Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette will quickly become your go-to dressing for all of your homemade salads or bowls! 

Make this Flavor Factor recipe on your batch cooking day and you’ll be able to enjoy it in a variety of ways throughout the week! 

Using The Foundational Five To Create This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

In case you’re new to the NS Community and the Mindful Nutrition Method, the Foundational Five system is part of how we teach you to build balanced meals. It makes it easy for you to give your body the nourishment you need while having the flexibility to enjoy the foods you love without stressing about food.

The Foundational Five is made up of five elements of nutrition. This includes Protein, Fat, Non-starchy Carbohydrates, starchy & Sugary Carbohydrates, and the Flavor Factor. The Flavor Factor brings vibrancy, deliciousness, and enjoyment to your meals! 

You can download our free guide that walks you through our Foundational Five system for creating balanced meals that you can use to meal prep or cook fresh this week!

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Steak Bowl | Nutrition Stripped

Balsamic Vinegar Nutrition Benefits

  • Contributes to a healthy gut microbiome due to its acetic acid content 
  • Fights free radicals through a potent antioxidant count
  • Promotes healthy blood sugar levels 
  • Contains antimicrobial properties 

Ingredients Needed To Make This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • Olive oil
  • Honey
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Garlic or Shallot
  • Mayo (or vegan mayo)

How To Make This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

First, simply gather your ingredients including olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic or shallots, honey, and mayo. Next, combine all in a container with a resealable lid. Lastly, shake vigorously until all ingredients are well combined and emulsified.

Tips for Making This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette

There’s a tip you should keep in mind that will help you easily store this Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Store in Air-tight Glass Swing Bottles 

Utilizing air-tight glass swing bottles for storage will keep your dressing tasting fresh and delicious for up to a week. Plus, their pour-friendly tops make it easy to mix into any salad, grain bowl, or stir fry!  

Double or Triple the Recipe!

Want this dressing to last you all week long for many delicious salads and balanced meals? Then just double or triple the recipe amount to fill up a glass jar to coast you through many balanced salads.

What To Serve With This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette To Make It Balanced

This dressing is a great source of flavor factors and fat, meaning it will add a boost of enjoyment and satiety to any meal!

To help round it out and make a Foundational Five meal, be sure to add it to a bowl, dish, or plate that has your other Foundational Five components (protein, starchy or sugary carbohydrates, and non-starchy carbohydrate).  Salads are such an easy way to incorporate all of these ingredients! 

FAQ About How To Make This Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette:

Do I have to use shallots?

Not necessarily! If you don’t have shallots on hand, or you usually don’t prefer them, you can omit them and just use the garlic clove.

How long will this recipe last?

When stored in an air-tight glass container, you can use this dressing for up to a week. 

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Steak Bowl | Nutrition Stripped

The post Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette appeared first on Nutrition Stripped®.

McKel (Hill) Kooienga
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Tips On Finding The Best Houston Emergency Dentist For Your Family

By Chamseddine
By Helen Kennedy Dental care is a critical issue for families and individuals. Our oral health is an indicator of our general well-being. Its condition shows our deficiencies in diet and also determines our intake of nutrients. Also, it also plays into our social well-being. Issues such as periodontal diseases and oral odor can compromise self-confidence and social association. Here are some tips on how to find the best Houston emergency dentist . An online search is a good place to consider. Many dentists have online platforms. Websites are an online brochure presenting the practice, its services and facilities available. Use the many online directories and narrow down your search area by the proximity. Use the contact information available to make inquiries and read client testimonials on the website. Email correspondence is also an efficient method of contacting your potential service provider. Referrals are one of the surest methods of finding legitimate practitioners. That ...
10 comments
Read more

Cells: The Building Blocks of Life

By Chamseddine
Cells: The Building Blocks of Life The human body contains millions of cells that rely on healthy nutrition like proteins, vitamins and minerals. While the body can create some of these nutrients, it also requires essential vitamins and minerals from food sources. Every living organism depends on its cells to function normally. Often referred to as “the building blocks of life,” cells are the biological, structural and functional units that carry out tasks in an organism. A collection of cells working together is called a tissue, while a series of tissues performing organized functions are called organs. The human body contains trillions of cells, all with varying tasks that help support bodily organs; these include skin cells, nerve cells, blood cells, barrier function cells (supporting the lungs, gut) and more. Cells rely on good nutrition for energy production and to prevent oxidative damage. The anatomy of a cell Cells in the human body are so tiny that they are invisible to th...
Post a Comment
Read more

Celebrating World Diabetes Day: How Our Customers Reversed Theirs

By Chamseddine
Celebrating World Diabetes Day: How Our Customers Reversed Theirs World Diabetes Day is more than just a global health event; it’s an opportunity for each of us to reassess our health goals and make effective changes. At The New You Plan, we take this day to highlight the potential for real transformative health shifts, particularly concerning Type 2 diabetes. The Statistics on Diabetes Are Shocking According to Diabetes UK, approximately 4.9 million people are living with diabetes in the UK. It’s estimated that 13.6 million people are at increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Obesity is a significant risk factor for Type 2 diabetes. In England, 64% of adults are classified as overweight or obese. This increases the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes substantially. The Power of a Low Calorie Diet Extensive research, including the notable NHS study in 2021 involving over 2000 participants with Type 2 diabetes, has shown the profound impact a low calorie diet can have. Most...
Post a Comment
Read more