Best 3 Maple Dijon Salad Dressing Recipes

Maple Dijon salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. whether you like it sweet, tangy, or a bit of both. This dressing is also a great way to use up leftover maple syrup and Dijon mustard.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE-DIJON SALAD DRESSING

Maple-Dijon Salad Dressing image

Salads dressing are so easy to make and are so flavorful. Dijon mustard and maple syrup are the star ingredients which compliment each other well. Serve over any greens you prefer.-Kristin Curtis, Sterling, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Shake before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

PEAR, WALNUT AND BLEU CHEESE SALAD WITH MAPLE DIJON DRESSING FROM NORDSTROM'S CAFE RECIPE - (4.8/5)

Pear, Walnut and Bleu Cheese Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing from Nordstrom's Cafe Recipe - (4.8/5) image

Provided by AliceV

Number Of Ingredients 27

Ingredients

For the Salad:
Mesclun greens, 4-6 cups
2 pears, peeled and chopped (toss with some lemon juice to keep them from discoloring if necessary)
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion rings, halved (optional)
1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
2/3 cup Maple Candied Walnuts or Pecans (in a pinch, just toast some nuts), roughly chopped
For the Maple Candied Walnuts or Pecans:
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon maple syrup
pepper to taste
1/2 cup pecan or walnut halves
For Maple Dijon Vinaigrette:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp garlic, minced
pepper to taste
For Nordstrom's Champagne Vinaigrette:
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup Champagne wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups salad oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

To Make Candied Walnuts: Melt the butter in a pan Mix in the maple syrup and pepper Add the pecans and toss to coat Cook on medium low heat about 15 minutes. Stir every 5 minutes. Watch carefully so they don't burn. Turn out on aluminum foil and let cool for 5 minutes; break apart if necessary. To Make either Dressing: Mix all ingredients in bowl using wire whisk. Place greens on individual plates. Sprinkle chopped pears, nuts and gorgonzola on top of salad greens. Drizzle dressing over salad or serve on the side to suit individual tastes. Beautiful and delicious.

MIXED BEET SALAD WITH MAPLE DIJON DRESSING

Mixed Beet Salad With Maple Dijon Dressing image

In December we were in Washington, D.C. and had a wonderful beet salad at a little bistro. This recipe is as close as it gets to replicating that experience. Roasting the beets really brings out the sweetness, lightly drizzled with the dressing, sprinkled withe feta and toasted walnuts for an elegant dining experience. Hope you enjoy.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 red beets with tops
3 yellow beets with tops
6 cups mixed spring greens
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced, separated into rings
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut the tops off the beets leaving about 2 inches of the stalk. Scrub beets well and wrap in foil with 2 beets of equal size in each packet.
Place on a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven until beets yield to gentle pressure; approximately 1 hour. Remove from oven, unwrap and allow to cool. When cool enough to handle, slip the skins off of the beets; set aside.
While the beets are roasting, place the maple syrup through lemon juice in a blender container. Blend until well combined. With blender running, drizzle in the olive oil and continue to blend until thickened.
To assemble the salad, place the greens in a large bowl and drizzle with a small amount of dressing, toss to coat. Divide the greens among 6 chilled plates. Quarter beets or if large cut in eights and divide among the plates, top with onion rings, sprinkle feta and walnuts over all.
Serve with addition dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.7, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 7.4, Sodium 113.3, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.9, Protein 2.1

Tips:

Use good quality maple syrup. The flavor of the dressing will be greatly affected by the quality of the maple syrup you use, so choose a dark, amber-colored syrup with a rich flavor.
Make sure the Dijon mustard is smooth. If your Dijon mustard is too grainy, it will not blend well with the other ingredients and will result in a lumpy dressing. For a smooth dressing, use a Dijon mustard that is made with finely ground mustard seeds.
Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs, such as thyme, oregano, or basil, will add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the dressing. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but reduce the amount by half.
Taste the dressing before serving. The flavor of the dressing can be adjusted to your liking by adding more maple syrup, Dijon mustard, or vinegar. Taste the dressing and add more of any ingredients as needed.
Serve the dressing immediately. Maple Dijon dressing is best when served immediately after it is made. The dressing will thicken as it sits, so if you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator and whisk it well before serving.

Conclusion:

Maple Dijon dressing is a versatile salad dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, from simple green salads to more complex salads with roasted vegetables or grilled meats. The dressing is also a great marinade for chicken, pork, or fish. With its sweet, tangy, and slightly nutty flavor, Maple Dijon dressing is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.