Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette Ep. 31 | Life at the Table

Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette &nbsp; Capture The Brightness and Energy of Spring &nbsp; Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette.  Spring is here and new life is blossoming, awakening us to happier moods, increased energy, and a desire to eat more fresh meals with vibrant-colored fruits and vegetables. My mission is to help you answer the most important question of the day, “What’s for dinner?”. One way to to do this is to take advantage of the beautiful berries we’re beginning to see in the grocery store. Capture the brightness and energy of spring with a raspberry walnut vinaigrette. &nbsp; Thanks To The Greeks and Romans For The First Vinaigrette Oh, the wonderful vinaigrette. We have the Greeks and Romans to thank for, being the first to add salt, vinegar, and oil to vegetables. The beauty of this palate pleasing combination is that you can transform the base of olive oil and vinegar into any flavor you’re craving. Spice it up with jalapeno, add Asian flavors like soy and ginger. Or sweeten it with fruit. That brings me to the divine delight which is the raspberry. The beautiful, ruby red raspberry balances the vinegar flavor and adds a multitude of vitamins and health benefits to your meal. The raspberry is an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese and fiber, and it has the highest concentration of antioxidant strength of all fruits. Its acid has known cancer-fighting compounds, and its oil helps protect the skin from sun damage. Wow. &nbsp; Big Things Come In Small Packages &#8211; Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette Big things come in small packages. Next time you want a dressing for a salad or cold meats or fish, don’t go store-bought, go homemade. And think fresh raspberry and walnut vinaigrette. Super simple and super flavorful. And when you gather around the dinner table, talk about what new flavors you can explore for your next vinaigrette. Bon Appetit! Print Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette Print Recipe Pin Recipe 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4 from 3 reviews Big things do come in small packages! Capture the brightness and energy of spring with this vinaigrette. This combination is super simple and super flavorful. Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Yield: 1 1/2 - 2 cups 1x Ingredients 1/4 cup olive oil 1 cup raspberries, fresh 2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted, lightly chopped 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup red onion, lightly chopped 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, ground <span class="tasty-recipes-cook-mode__switch-slider tasty-recipes-cook-mode__switch-round" data-tasty-recipes-customization="button-color.background button-text-color.color"> Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark Instructions Place all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning. Makes 1 1/2 &#8211; 2 cups. Notes Substitute the balsamic with red wine vinegar or unseasoned rice vinegar for a lighter flavor. Add a bit of water to thin out the dressing, if needed, for desired consistency. Add more black pepper (or red pepper flakes) if you enjoy more of a peppery bite. Nutrition Serving Size: Calories: 131 Sugar: 2.3 g Sodium: 33.1 mg Fat: 13.2 g Saturated Fat: 1.8 g Trans Fat: 0 g Carbohydrates: 3.9 g Fiber: 1.1 g Protein: 0.7 g Cholesterol: 0 mg Did you make this recipe?Tag @lifeatthetable on Instagram and hashtag it #whatsfordinner The post Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette appeared first on Life At The Table.