Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Making my own dressing is one of those things that I just love to do.  I eat salad for lunch almost everyday of the week for lunch and I always make my own dressing.  It's just healthier, easier and it just tastes better.  You can find my two favorite dressings by clicking here.

Since it's Fall, and since I wanted to try something new, I decided to make an apple cider vinaigrette.  I had some ideas kicking around in my head for a while, so I figured it was time to see how the flavors would come together.  There are three basic parts to a good vinaigrette: vinegar, oil and something like mustard to bind it/emulsify it.  Once you learn that, you can get creative with the ingredients.  The possibilities are endless.  

Needless to say, this dressing turned out perfectly!  It's such a nice and light vinaigrette, and it really turned my salad into a yummy treat.  It was like I hadn't eaten salad in a long time and the next day I was so excited to have it again!  This dressing would be perfect for a fall dinner party...I guarantee your guests will be impressed.

Apple Cider Vinaigrette

1/2 cup apple cider
2 tsp spicy brown mustard
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp pure maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/3 cup olive oil

In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients expect the olive oil.  Slowly drizzle the oil in while whisking vigorously.  This dressing can be stored in the fridge for a few weeks.