Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Beginner

About the Recipe

1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds (for added thickness)

In a blender or food processor, blend fresh strawberries until smooth.
Add balsamic vinegar, maple syrup or honey, extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon
mustard, salt, and black pepper to the blended strawberries.
Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and well-emulsified
dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness or acidity by adding more maple
syrup or balsamic vinegar as needed. If you prefer a thicker dressing, you
can add chia seeds and let the dressing sit for a while to thicken.
Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the
flavors to meld.
Drizzle the Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette over salads with mixed
greens, goat cheese, nuts, and additional fresh strawberries.