All-purpose red wine vinaigrette
This dressing goes well with any leaf or grain salad. Make this and keep it in your fridge for up to 10 days.
Servings: 1 tbsp
Why Diabetes Friendly?
- Low in carbohydrates, reducing risk of blood sugar spikes.
- Uses safflower oil, which contains healthy unsaturated fats that support blood sugar regulation.
- Limited use of sugar (½ teaspoon), making it lower in sugar content compared to many other dressings.
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Equipment
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- safflower oil 1 cup
- red wine vinegar ½ cup
- salt 1 teaspoon
- dry mustard 2 teaspoons
- Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons
- garlic (minced) 1 clove
- sugar ½ teaspoon
- Fresh pepper (to taste)
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Cooking Tips
- Adjust the vinegar to oil ratio depending on personal taste. For a more tangy flavor, add more vinegar.
- Add herbs like basil, thyme, or oregano for extra flavor.
- Mince garlic finely to ensure even distribution throughout the dressing.
- For a slightly sweeter profile, consider using a sugar alternative like stevia for a diabetes-friendly version.
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Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or dressing container, whisk all ingredients together.1 cup safflower oil, ½ cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons dry mustard, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 clove garlic, ½ teaspoon sugar, Fresh pepper
- Drizzle on salad, toss, and serve.
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Notes
Makes 355 ml dressing. 24 1-tablespoon servings.
FAQ
Can I substitute safflower oil? Yes, you can use olive oil or avocado oil as a healthier alternative.
Is this dressing gluten-free? Yes, it is naturally gluten-free.
How long will this dressing last? It can be stored in the refrigerator for about a week in an airtight container.
Can I omit the sugar? Yes, you can omit it or replace it with a sugar substitute.
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Nutrition
Per serving
Calories: 83kcal
Carbohydrates: 0.3g
Fiber: 0.02g
Sugar: 0.1g
Fat: 9.1g
Saturated Fat: 0.7g
Trans Fat: 0.01g
Protein: 0.1g
Nutrition Facts
All-purpose red wine vinaigrette
Serving Size
1 tbsp
Amount per Serving
Calories
83
% Daily Value*
Fat
9.1
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
0.7
g
4
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Sodium
103.8
mg
5
%
Potassium
7.7
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
0.3
g
0
%
Fiber
0.02
g
0
%
Sugar
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
0.1
g
0
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
1.6
mg
0
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
Magnesium
0.9
mg
0
%
Zinc
0.01
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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