Best 2 Dried Cranberry Vinaigrette Recipes

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Are you yearning for a delightful and tangy vinaigrette to elevate your culinary creations? Look no further than the dried cranberry vinaigrette, a vibrant and versatile dressing that will add a burst of flavor to your salads, marinades, and grilled dishes. With its perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and a hint of nuttiness from the dried cranberries, this vinaigrette is sure to become your go-to dressing for any occasion.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

DRIED CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Dried Cranberry Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup cranberry juice
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
1 shallot, peeled
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
salt
fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberry juice and dried cranberries in microwave-safe bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on high power until hot, about 1 minute.
  • Process hot cranberry mixture, vinegar, shallot, garlic, thyme, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in blender until shallot and garlic are finely chopped, about 15 seconds.
  • With blender running, add oil and continue to process until smooth and emulsified, about 15 seconds.
  • Makes about 1 1/4 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1504.9, Fat 162.6, SaturatedFat 22.4, Sodium 121.6, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 8.6, Protein 1.3

DRIED CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup cranberry juice
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
1 medium shallot, peeled
1 small garlic clove, peeled
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Salt and ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberry juice and dried cranberries in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on high power until hot, about 1 minute. Process the hot cranberry mixture, vinegar, shallot, garlic, thyme, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender until the shallot and garlic are finely chopped, about 15 seconds. With the blender running, add the oil and continue to process until smooth and emulsified, about 15 seconds.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter vinaigrette, use more dried cranberries. For a tarter vinaigrette, use more lemon juice.
  • Be sure to finely chop the cranberries before adding them to the vinaigrette. This will help them to distribute evenly throughout the dressing.
  • If you don't have dried cranberries on hand, you can use fresh cranberries. Just be sure to cook them down in a little bit of water until they are softened before adding them to the vinaigrette.
  • This vinaigrette can be used on salads, grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables.
  • Store the vinaigrette in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Dried cranberry vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a sweet, tart, or tangy vinaigrette, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing, give dried cranberry vinaigrette a try!

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