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    Apple Cider Vinaigrette

    Published: Jan 6, 2019 · Modified: Sep 26, 2021 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This healthy homemade Apple Cider Vinaigrette recipe is the perfect dressing for any salad! It's easy to make (ready in less than 5 minutes), flavorful, and has none of the processed ingredients found in store-bought salad dressings!

    front view of Apple Cider Vinaigrette being poured onto a salad.

    One of the ways I try to keep our family healthy and reduce process foods in our home is by making homemade versions of our favorite pantry staples, like this apple cider vinaigrette salad dressing!

    I can honestly say I almost never purchase store-bought salad dressings. Homemade salad dressings like this Apple Cider Vinaigrette are easy to make (take less than 5 minutes), flavorful, and have none of the processed ingredients or preservatives that are found in store-bought salad dressings!

    This particular Apple Cider Vinaigrette gets its flavor from apple cider vinegar, sesame seeds, spices, garlic and fresh onion! All off which are blended together in the Vitamix for a silky smooth texture that goes perfectly over any and every salad!

    front view of a glass bottle filled with Apple Cider Vinaigrette dressing

    Apple Cider Vinaigrette: Ingredients and Substitutions 

    • Apple Cider Vinegar. Obviously the name of this recipe is Apple Cider Vinaigrette, you can use white balsamic vinegar and regular balsamic vinegar as well. 
    • Olive Oil. You may substitute another neutral oil like avocado oil or canola oil if you don't have any olive oil on hand!
    • Sugar. Honey or maple syrup are good substitutes for sugar.
    • Sesame Seeds. The sesame seeds are critical to the overall flavor of this dressing, however you can substitute the 1 tablespoon of seeds with 1 tablespoon of tahini (which is sesame seed paste).
    • Dried Mustard. Another important component of this dressing (and a spice I always keep on hand). But if you don't, you can use your favorite variety of prepared mustard.
    • Garlic Powder. Minced garlic can be used in place of garlic powder.
    • Chopped Onion. Onion powder can be used in place of fresh onion.
    apple cider salad dressing over a salad in a bowl

    How to make Apple Cider Vinaigrette salad dressing

    As you can see from the video, this apple cider vinegar dressing is easy to make! But as always, I will walk through the steps of making this healthy salad dressing to ensure your success!

    Add ingredients to the container of a Vitamix

    Start by adding all of the ingredients for this Apple Cider Vinaigrette recipe into the container of your Vitamix (or another high-powered blender), in the order listed in the recipe card (except for the water, we'll add that later).

    Blend 

    Next, secure the lid and blend for 15-30 seconds, until the mixture is smooth and homogenous (uniform throughout).

    Add water as necessary & pulse to combine

    I usually add about ¼ cup of water to reach a smooth, pourable consistency. However, the amount of water needed will vary depending on the nature of the ingredients you use! So start with 2 TBS and work your way up from there!

    front view of Apple Cider Vinaigrette after being blended in the vitamix

    Store in a glass container 

    You can use this Apple Cider Vinaigrette dressing immediately or put in a container in the refrigerator to use later!

    I received this salad dressing bottle as a gift years ago and LOVE it. I appreciate that it is large enough to hold a batch of dressing, has a secure lid, and that the shape of the bottle (tall and skinny) fits nicely in the door of my refrigerator! However you can store it in a mason jar or another container if you wish!

    Front view of a hand putting the lid on a bottle of homemade Apple Cider Vinaigrette dressing

    Serve

    Serve this dressing over your favorite salad! It really goes great with just about any combination of greens, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, etc!

    front view of Apple Cider Vinaigrette being poured over a salad

    FAQS about Apple Cider Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

    Here are a few frequently asked questions about this Apple Cider Vinaigrette recipe!

    Can you make this Apple Cider Vinaigrette without a blender? 

    Yes! You don't need a blender. If desired you can put all the ingredients into a glass jar and shake to combine. If you do this you will have a "chunky' dressing (bits of sesame seeds and onion floating in it), which is delicious but it will not resemble the photos!
    You can also use a food processor to make this Apple Cider Vinaigrette, however it won't be as smooth or creamy as if you use a Vitamix.

    How long does Apple Cider Vinegar Salad Dressing Last?

    This Apple Cider Vinaigrette dressing lasts 1-2 weeks when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator!

    front view of Apple Cider Vinaigrette in a glass bottle

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    Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dressing

    Laura
    This healthy homemade Apple Cider Vinaigrette recipe is the perfect dressing for any salad! It's easy to make (ready in less than 5 minutes), flavorful, and has none of the processed ingredients found in store-bought salad dressings!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course condiment, dressing, Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 (1 ½ cups dressing, 2 TBS = 1 Serving)
    Calories 103.8 kcal

    Equipment

    • Vitamix blender
    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
    • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • ⅓ cup sugar
    • 1 TBS sesame seeds
    • ½ tsp paprika
    • 2 tsp dried mustard
    • ¼ tsp garlic powder
    • 1 TBS chopped onion
    • ½ tsp sea salt
    • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
    • ¼ to ⅓ cup water
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    Instructions
     

    • Put all ingredients except water into the container of your Vitamix Blender.
    • Blend, starting on low speed and increasing to high for 15-30 seconds, until the mixture is smooth.
    • Add water and pulse until desired consistency is reached.
    • Transfer dressing from Vitamix container into a glass jar or salad dressing bottle.
    • Use on your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator to use later.

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    Notes

    If the dressing gets too thick, simply add more water and shake it up. You can mix by hand the dressing will just have a chunkier texture rather than creamy (with bits of onion, sesame seeds, etc. floating in it).

    Ingredient Substitutions 

    • Apple Cider Vinegar. Obviously the name of this recipe is Apple Cider Vinaigrette, you can use white balsamic vinegar and regular balsamic vinegar as well. 
    • Olive Oil. You may substitute another neutral oil like avocado oil or canola oil if you don't have any olive oil on hand!
    • Sugar. Honey or maple syrup are good substitutes for sugar.
    • Sesame Seeds. The sesame seeds are critical to the overall flavor of this dressing, however you can substitute the 1 tablespoon of seeds with 1 tablespoon of tahini (which is sesame seed paste).
    • Dried Mustard. Another important component of this dressing (and a spice I always keep on hand). But if you don't, you can use your favorite variety of prepared mustard.
    • Garlic Powder. Minced garlic can be used in place of garlic powder.
    • Chopped Onion. Onion powder can be used in place of fresh onion.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2TBSCalories: 103.8kcalCarbohydrates: 5.3gProtein: 0.2gFat: 9.7gSaturated Fat: 1.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.8gSodium: 44.3mgPotassium: 15mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.1mg
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    1. Anita Hughes

      January 08, 2019 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is delicious! Is there an easier way to print your recipes? I didn't see a PRINT option anywhere. Thanks!

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      • Laura

        January 08, 2019 at 11:49 am

        Hey Anita! There is a "Print" button with a icon of a printer in the recipe cards!

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    2. Emily Swanson

      January 08, 2019 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      It's SOOO creamy and beautiful! I love it Laura. 🙂

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