Best 9 Cinnamon Vinaigrette Recipes

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Incorporating sweet and tangy flavors, cinnamon vinaigrette offers a delectable dressing option that can elevate a variety of dishes. With its zesty blend of cinnamon, vinegar, and oil, this versatile dressing can transform salads, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats, adding a unique and flavorful touch. Whether you prefer a classic vinaigrette or a more adventurous twist with the addition of herbs, spices, or fruits, there are endless possibilities to explore. This article presents a collection of the best cinnamon vinaigrette recipes, each offering a distinct flavor profile to suit your culinary preferences. So, prepare your taste buds for a delightful journey as we embark on a culinary adventure with cinnamon vinaigrette.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET GREEN SALAD WITH CINNAMON HONEY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Natalie Clark

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups mixed greens
1/4 cup blueberries
1/4 cup strawberries
1/4 cup chevre, cut into chunks
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Salad Place mixed greens in salad bowl, add toppings, and toss gently. Drizzle vinaigrette just before serving. Vinaigrette Add all the ingredients - except for the oil - into a bowl. After adding all the other ingredients, whisk the oil into the vinaigrette slowly to fully blend.

COUSCOUS SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Couscous Salad With Cinnamon Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Blue Plate Special

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 1/3 cups canned chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
3/4 cup dried cranberries or 3/4 cup currants
3 tablespoons shallots, minced
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
5 green onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained (chick-peas)
5 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring first three ingredients to boil in heavy small saucepan, stirring mixture constantly. Pour into small bowl; cool.
  • Bring broth to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
  • Mix in couscous and cranberries. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand five minutes.
  • Transfer couscous to bowl; fluff with fork. Cool.
  • Whisk shallot and vinegar into oil mixture. Pour over couscous.
  • Mix in green onions, beans and mint.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature.

STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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I tried this recipe from The Denver Post this summer when we had house guests and everyone decided that it was definitely a "keeper". Besides being delicious, it makes a very pretty salad!

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 heads romaine lettuce or 2 heads spinach, torn into bite-sized pieces
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 pint strawberry, stemmed and quartered
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and quartered
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk vinaigrette ingredients together.
  • Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Pour vinaigrette over salad, a little at a time (you may not need all of the dressing) and toss to coat.
  • Serve and enjoy!

CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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Dressing for chickpea strawberry mango salad. You can substitute maple syrup for the agave nectar, if desired.

Provided by AR Cook

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup agave nectar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Whisk agave nectar, lemon juice, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, ginger, and salt together in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in canola oil while whisking rapidly until dressing is thick and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 161.4 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

HONEY-CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Side     Quick & Easy     Lettuce

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup honey
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together first five ingredients. Add oil slowly, whisking constantly until smooth. Serve immediately or cover and chill. Store up to 2 weeks.

COUSCOUS SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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Yield 4-6 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup canola oil
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cumin
2/13 cups chicken broth
1 10oz box couscous
3/4 cup dried cranberries or currents
3 tbs of minced shallots
2 tbs white vinegar
5 green onion, chopped
1 15oz can garbanzo beans (chick pea)
drianed
5 tbs chopped mint, optional

Steps:

  • Bring first 3 ingredients to a boil in a heavy saucepan, stirring mixture constantly. This can burn quick. Pour into small bowl to cool. Bring broth to a boil in a heavy saucepan. Mix couscous and cranberries. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Transfer couscous to bowl; fluff with fork. Cool. Whisk shallot and vinegar into oil mixture. Pour over couscous. Mix in green onions, beans and mint. Season with salt and pepper. Serve cold or at room temp.

STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Quick & Easy

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 pint fresh strawberries, stemmed and quartered
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1 avocado, sliced
1 (10-ounce) package romaine lettuce
Cinnamon Vinaigrette
Ingredients
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Preparation
Combine olive oil and remaining ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Chill at least 2 hours. Shake well before serving.

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with half of Cinnamon Vinaigrette, tossing to coat. Serve remaining vinaigrette with salad.

APPLE SAUSAGE SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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Making croutons with cinnamon-raisin bread is sweet genius. Toss together the rest of the salad while they toast. -Kim Van Dunk, Caldwell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices cinnamon-raisin bread
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Dash pepper
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked apple chicken sausage links, cut diagonally in 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
2 cups sliced fresh Bartlett pears
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup dried sweet cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut each slice of bread into 12 cubes; scatter over a 15x10-in. pan. Bake until toasted, 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway. Cool 5 minutes., Meanwhile, combine next six ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned and heated through, 2-3 minutes per side., Divide salad greens among six dinner-size plates; add sausage to each plate. Top with pear slices, walnuts, cherries and croutons. Shake dressing again; spoon over salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 23g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE



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"This is my husband's favorite salad...hands down!" says Nancy Tafoya of Fort Collins, Colorado. "I've taken it to fancy dinner parties as well as camping trips, and everyone always lines up for seconds. The unique vinaigrette has a little kick to it that people truly enjoy."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups torn romaine
2 cups fresh strawberries, quartered
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; shake well until sugar is dissolved. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, strawberries, avocado, oranges, onion and pecans. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss gently. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality olive oil. This will make a big difference in the taste of your dressing.
  • Experiment with different vinegars. There are many different types of vinegar available, so you can find one that you really like. Some popular choices include balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and white wine vinegar.
  • Add some herbs or spices to your dressing. This will give it a more complex flavor. Some good choices include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic, and pepper.
  • Taste your dressing before you use it. This will help you adjust the flavors to your liking.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a cinnamon vinaigrette dressing. Get creative and see what you can come up with!

Conclusion:

Cinnamon vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a new dressing to try, give cinnamon vinaigrette a try. You won't be disappointed!

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