Best 8 Herb Balsamic Sauce Recipes

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Herb balsamic sauce is a delightful blend of herbs, balsamic vinegar, and often additional ingredients, creating a savory and versatile sauce that can enhance the flavor of various dishes. With its tangy, sweet, and herbaceous notes, it adds a burst of flavor to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, pasta, and salads. Whether you are looking for a simple sauce to drizzle over your favorite grilled chicken or a more complex sauce to complement a special meal, this article will guide you through the process of making the perfect herb balsamic sauce. Read on to discover the secrets of creating a delicious and aromatic sauce that will elevate your culinary creations.

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HERB & BALSAMIC CHICKEN & RAVIOLI SKILLET



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Think of this weeknight meal as an Italian-inspired chicken and dumplings. Simmered in an herb and balsamic sauce, it's a recipe small on ingredients and big on flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
One 9-ounce package cheese ravioli
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
Freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces white mushrooms, quartered
1/2 cup Food Network Kitchen™ Inspirations Tuscan Style Herb & Balsamic Cooking Sauce
1/3 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Large pinch crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook as the label directs. Drain, then drizzle with oil and toss. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, undisturbed, until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring, about 1 more minute. Transfer to a plate (the chicken will not be cooked all the way through at this point).
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the skillet. Add the mushrooms and cook, undisturbed, until browned in spots, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and continue to cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 more minutes. Return the chicken and any collected juices to the skillet. Add the Tuscan Style Herb & Balsamic Cooking Sauce, half of the parsley, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan and 2 tablespoons water. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 4 minutes.
  • Nestle the ravioli into the skillet. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley and Parmesan. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper.

HERB & BALSAMIC GRILLED PORK WITH SPINACH AND GRAPE SALAD



Herb & Balsamic Grilled Pork with Spinach and Grape Salad image

Simple boneless pork chops get an upgrade with a quick marinade in a sweet and tangy herb and balsamic cooking sauce. A spinach and grape salad sprinkled with blue cheese makes it special.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
Four 4-ounce boneless pork chops
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup Food Network Kitchen™ Inspirations Tuscan Style Herb & Balsamic Cooking Sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
3 cups tightly packed baby spinach (about 3 ounces)
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Soak the shallots in cold water for 10 minutes (this helps remove some of the pungent bite). Drain.
  • Pierce the pork chops all over with a fork. Put in a shallow dish and sprinkle all over with salt and pepper. Coat the pork in all but 2 tablespoons of the Tuscan Style Herb & Balsamic Cooking Sauce and set aside to marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • Oil the grill grates and grill the pork until cooked through but still moist, basting occasionally with the reserved cooking sauce, about 4 minutes per side. Let the pork rest.
  • Meanwhile, add the spinach, grapes and shallots to a large bowl. Drizzle in the oil, lemon juice and honey and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the pork chops on a serving platter. Top with the spinach and grape salad and sprinkle with the blue cheese.

BALSAMIC CREAM SAUCE



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The vinegar and cream go very well together. Best when sauteed chicken and asparagus is added to the mix. I use this sauce on pasta all the time.

Provided by Kevin Watral

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
¼ onion, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until it has caramelized to a dark, golden brown, about 15 minutes. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, and cook for 1 minute before stirring in the chicken bouillon and cream. Bring to a simmer, then remove from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 107.9 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.5 g, Sodium 442.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

BALSAMIC HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Balsamic vinaigrette is a classic, versatile dressing. A variety of savory seasonings gives this recipe a tangy kick. It's the perfect complement to a bed of fresh greens. -Edgar Wright, Silver Spring, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1-1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
1-1/2 cups canola oil

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add the oil in a steady stream. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 19g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HERB-BALSAMIC SAUCE



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Make and share this Herb-Balsamic Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage, rubbed
1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pan; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Strain mixture through a sieve into a bowl; discard solids. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86, Fat 0.1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 16.9, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 16.2, Protein 0.4

BALSAMIC PASTA SAUCE



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Quick and easy red sauce with balsamic vinegar. Serve over pasta.

Provided by aebon

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
½ teaspoon salt
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Italian herb mix
½ teaspoon ground fennel seed
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and salt; saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, herb mix, fennel, red pepper flakes. Add balsamic vinegar. Continue to heat until mixture appears slightly syrupy, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring back to a simmer until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 426.7 mg, Sugar 3 g

BALSAMIC HERB SALAD DRESSING



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The dipping sauce that they serve with bread at Carabba's was my inspiration for this salad dressing. If you prefer you can switch the amounts of oil and vinegar and use as a dipping sauce. I also like to pour this over slices of fresh mozzarella.

Provided by AzMama17

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients and whisk together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.1, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 146, Carbohydrate 0.6, Fiber 0.2, Protein 0.1

CHERRY BALSAMIC SAUCE



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Make and share this Cherry Balsamic Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup pitted and chopped northwest fresh sweet cherries
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 cup pitted and halved northwest fresh sweet cherries

Steps:

  • Mix vinegar and olive oil; reduce mixture to ½ cup.
  • Add chopped cherries, mustard, sugar, herbs, salt, and pepper; simmer 10 minutes. Reserve half of sauce for marinade.
  • Add halved cherries to remaining sauce; return mixture to a boil and simmer about 1 minute.
  • Serve with grilled meat, poultry, or fish. Makes 4 servings sauce (and about 1/3 cup marinade).

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs will provide the best flavor for your sauce. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use about half the amount called for in the recipe.
  • Don't overcook the shallots: Shallots should be cooked until they are softened and translucent, but not browned. Overcooked shallots will have a bitter flavor.
  • Use a good quality balsamic vinegar: The quality of the balsamic vinegar you use will have a big impact on the flavor of your sauce. Look for a balsamic vinegar that is aged for at least 12 years.
  • Reduce the balsamic vinegar: Reducing the balsamic vinegar will concentrate its flavor and make it thicker. To reduce balsamic vinegar, simmer it in a saucepan over medium heat until it has reduced by about half.
  • Add the herbs and butter at the end: Add the herbs and butter to the sauce just before serving. This will help to preserve the flavor of the herbs and prevent the butter from separating.

Conclusion:

Herb balsamic sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for grilled meats, fish, and vegetables. It can also be used as a dipping sauce or marinade. With its bright, herbaceous flavor, herb balsamic sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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