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Maple Walnut Vinaigrette Recipe

By Rebecca Franklin, About.com

Walnuts and a touch of walnut oil lend warm flavor to this French Canadian-inspired salad dressing.

For more unique salad ideas, read Top 10 Vinaigrette Recipes and use them in a variety of salads.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed and finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots
  • ¼ cup sherry vinegar
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup walnut oil
  • 1 1/3 cups light olive oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in a jar and shake until the dressing is well blended. Alternately, you can vigorously whisk the ingredients in a small bowl until they are completed incorporated together.

Makes 12 servings.

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