Fresh Strawberry Balsamic Dressing--only 26 cals!!

DaniJeanine
DaniJeanine Posts: 473 Member
edited September 27 in Recipes
Hi Everyone :-)

I came across a really awesome and simple strawberry balsamic dressing recipe and I wanted to share it....

1 cup strawberries, (6 large berries), rinsed and sliced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons almond oil or canola oil

26 calories and 2 grams of fat per tablespoon :-)

Put all ingredients in a blender and there you go! I think this would go great on salads or over white meat like chicken or pork...planning on making a chicken salad with it tonight!

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  • yankeefamily05
    yankeefamily05 Posts: 657
    ,mmmm:) that sounds delish!
  • Charli666
    Charli666 Posts: 407
    bumpity bump, love balsamic dressings, thanks!
  • monocot
    monocot Posts: 475 Member
    It's equally Good without the Salt if you don't want the extra Sodium.
  • Lightjulesloves2run
    Lightjulesloves2run Posts: 91 Member
    BUMP!!!
  • luv_lea
    luv_lea Posts: 1,094 Member
    Bump! Thanks for sharing. That sounds mmmm...!
  • JesaGrace
    JesaGrace Posts: 799 Member
    yum
  • jmecale72
    jmecale72 Posts: 214
    That sounds good. I imagine you can substitute the sugar with Equal or something similar for someone who is diabetic.
  • littttlelaurra
    littttlelaurra Posts: 229 Member
    sounds delish, I would use either stevia or agave nectar instead of sugar, and nix the salt since balsalmic vinegar is flavorful enough for me. I never thought of blending a bit of fruit in a balsalmic dressing, great idea!
  • aunt_hbomb
    aunt_hbomb Posts: 204
    I am totally going to make this. Thanks!
  • carriep2010
    carriep2010 Posts: 117 Member
    bump, Thanks for sharing!
  • spirited_angel
    spirited_angel Posts: 142
    sounds yummy,my favorite fruit too!!
  • ajh2011
    ajh2011 Posts: 89 Member
    This sounds heavenly!
  • jenrobyoung
    jenrobyoung Posts: 37
    You know I had a Pomegranate Vinaigrette that was to die for when out to eat recently. I may try your recipe and switch out the berries for Pomegranate.
  • Kminor67
    Kminor67 Posts: 900 Member
    I'll be making this soon!
  • DaniJeanine
    DaniJeanine Posts: 473 Member
    sounds delish, I would use either stevia or agave nectar instead of sugar, and nix the salt since balsalmic vinegar is flavorful enough for me. I never thought of blending a bit of fruit in a balsalmic dressing, great idea!

    -I agree with the option to sub the white sugar...I think I may use a bit of honey instead. As far as the salt, I think I'll include it to compliment the sweetness--sweet/salty combos are the best!
  • alynnbennett
    alynnbennett Posts: 182
    Sounds delicious!!!! Thanks!
  • Foxworth81
    Foxworth81 Posts: 124 Member
    Bump
  • armywife121110
    armywife121110 Posts: 117
    sounds great!! im having trouble finding salad dressings i like... i've always been a ranch person!!
  • writtenINthestars
    writtenINthestars Posts: 1,933 Member
    bump
  • heathersmilez
    heathersmilez Posts: 2,579 Member
    Sounds good but I think I'll use 1 packet of sweetener and EVOO instead, it's a healthier oil...... right?

    Probably only 1/2 tbsp of oil as well and double the balsamic.

    Thanks!
  • rusty61
    rusty61 Posts: 23
    That sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!
  • ccsmiller
    ccsmiller Posts: 54 Member
    that sounds great!
  • heathersmilez
    heathersmilez Posts: 2,579 Member
    How many tbsp's did yours make?

    I put it in to the calculator but with sweetener, 2 tbsp balsamic and only 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and am getting 25 cals for 6 tbsp - just wanted to compare.

    Thanks!
  • Postergirl82
    Postergirl82 Posts: 44
    Bump!
  • mckant
    mckant Posts: 217 Member
    This sounds so good! Love the idea of using it on meats. Thanks for sharing!
  • stargzrlily
    stargzrlily Posts: 83 Member
    Yum. I make my own balsamic dressing and like to switch it up. Oh and a dab of honey is delicious in it!
  • michelleisgettinfit
    michelleisgettinfit Posts: 90
    bump
  • DaniJeanine
    DaniJeanine Posts: 473 Member
    How many tbsp's did yours make?

    I put it in to the calculator but with sweetener, 2 tbsp balsamic and only 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and am getting 25 cals for 6 tbsp - just wanted to compare.

    Thanks!

    I haven't made it yet, those were the calories provided by the nutrition info on www.eatingwell.com, but if you were able to calculate it more precisely then I'll go with that! Thanks for double-checking! Oh, and as far as oil goes, EVOO is the healthiest. I think they just suggested almond or canola for taste.
  • sinclare
    sinclare Posts: 369 Member
    thanks for this!
  • Sassy_Cass
    Sassy_Cass Posts: 408 Member
    gotta try that one out!
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