Vanilla vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes, from salads to roasted vegetables. It is made with a base of olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard, and flavored with vanilla extract. The exact proportions of each ingredient can be adjusted to taste, depending on your desired flavor profile. This delicious dressing can be easily made at home with just a few simple ingredients, and it is a great way to add a touch of elegance to your next meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FRESH PEAR AND CHERRY SALAD WITH VANILLA PEAR VINAIGRETTE
A mix of juicy pears, sweetened nuts, dried cherries, and feta cheese makes this is a show-stopping sweet salad! The taste and colors will impress! You may add more of the pear syrup to the dressing to make it thinner, or increase the amount of yogurt for creamier results.
Provided by Erin
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Yogurt Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine sugar, cinnamon and walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Mix together until sugar and cinnamon are melted and walnuts are evenly coated. Remove from heat. Spread walnuts on a large plate to cool.
- In the container of a blender, combine the drained pears, 1/3 cup of the reserved syrup from the can, vinegar, yogurt, honey, salt, pepper, vanilla extract, and nutmeg; blend until smooth.
- Assemble the salad by tossing together the mixed greens, spinach, pear slices, dried cherries, feta cheese, and walnuts in a serving bowl. Serve with dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1000.4 calories, Carbohydrate 128.5 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 49.3 g, Fiber 17 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 1297.2 mg, Sugar 96 g
SALAD GREENS WITH ORANGES, STRAWBERRIES AND VANILLA VINAIGRETTE
A delightful salad of mixed greens, oranges and strawberries topped off with a delicious vanilla vinaigrette. I got this recipe from McCormick's Cooking With Flavor cookbook.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories Greens
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix oil. vinegar, vanilla extract, salt, sugar and ground black pepper in small bowl with wire whisk until well blended.
- Toss greens with oranges, strawberries and pecans n large bowl (or divide among individual serving plates). Serve with vanilla vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.3, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 202.6, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 9.2, Protein 2
VANILLA-PEAR VINAIGRETTE
This is from Cooking Light December 2005. The magazine suggests serving this over a salad of mixed greens and sliced red onions, topped with toasted walnuts.
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain pears, reserving 1/3 cup pear juice.
- Combine pears, juice, vinegar, and remaining ingredients in a blender; process until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.6, Sodium 82.9, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 0.1
GREEN SALAD WITH VANILLA-CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
Just thinking about this refreshing medley makes my mouth water! The sunny, citrusy salad is a variation of a recipe my mother shared with me years ago.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (1-2/3 cups vinaigrette).
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Place the first ten ingredients in a blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Store vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator., In a small heavy skillet, cook pecans in butter over medium heat until toasted, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool completely., Just before serving, combine the greens, celery, oranges, onion and cilantro in a large bowl. Drizzle with 3/4 cup vinaigrette; toss to coat. Refrigerate remaining vinaigrette for later use. Sprinkle with pecans.
Nutrition Facts :
FRESH VANILLA BEAN VINAIGRETTE
Make and share this Fresh Vanilla Bean Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Sauces
Time 17m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the oil, vanilla bean pods and seeds into a small sauce pan over medium heat.
- Bring the oil up to a low simmer, and then remove from heat and let stand at least 1 hour to infuse the vanilla flavor.
- Strain the oil through a fine sieve to remove the vanilla pod (the seeds will remain in the oil). Cool completely.
- Combine all ingredients except the oil in a small immersion blender or food processor, pulsing until the mixture is completely blended and smooth. Slowly add the oil while blending until the mixture is completely emulsified. Transfer to a small bowl or squeeze bottle and chill before dressing salad.
VANILLA VINAIGRETTE
Here's a unique and tasty vinaigrette I found in a McCormick's ad. It is especially good on green salads with strawberries, apples, pears, etc.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients.
- mix well.
SALAD WITH VANILLA-PEAR VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Side Quick & Easy Lettuce
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix first three ingredients for salad. Drain pears, reserving 1/3 cup juice. Combine pears, juice, vinegar, and remaining ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Yields 2 cups.
VANILLA BEAN VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Fruit Appetizer Low Fat Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free
Yield 15 people
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- add coconut milk, rice wine vin., vanilla bean scrapings, sugar, vanilla extract into mixing bowl,food processor,or blender. mix all ingredients together for about 1 minute. slowly pour oil while mixing untill oil is gone. let mix for another minute and chill in refridgerator. will hold in sealed container for 3-4 weeks.
Tips:
- Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil is the base of the vinaigrette, so it's important to use a good quality oil that has a fruity, peppery flavor.
- Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to the vinaigrette. If you can, use herbs that are in season.
- Add a little bit of sweetness. A little bit of sweetness can help to balance out the acidity of the vinegar. You can add sweetness with honey, maple syrup, or even a little bit of fruit.
- Let the vinaigrette rest before using it. Letting the vinaigrette rest for a few minutes allows the flavors to meld together.
- Use the vinaigrette on a variety of dishes. Vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on salads, grilled vegetables, fish, and chicken.
Conclusion:
Vanilla vinaigrette is a delicious and easy-to-make dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's a great way to add flavor to your favorite salads and grilled vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious vinaigrette that will impress your friends and family.
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