Apple Lime Vinaigrette

Name: Apple Lime Vinaigrette
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 2 cups / 2 oz mixed greens; Toppings of choice (cucumber, avocado, cherry tomatoes, dried cranberries, raw sliced almonds, golden flax seeds); ⅓ cup / 2.5 oz apple slices or unsweetened applesauce; ¼ cup / 2 oz onion (optional); ¼ cup / 2 oz extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp / ½ oz fresh ginger, peeled; 2 tbsp / 1 oz fresh lime juice; 1 tbsp / ½ oz pure maple syrup

Apple and lime bring a fruity, tangy twist to homemade vinaigrette. Shake up your salad routine with a dressing you can make at home.

By Cheryl Martinez

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Apple Lime Vinaigrette being poured over salad

⅓ cup apple slices / 2.5 oz apple slices or unsweetened apple sauce

Prepare Ingredients: If using apple slices, chop them into smaller pieces. If using applesauce, set aside.
Blend Vinaigrette: In a blender, combine 2 oz of apple slices (or applesauce), 2 oz of onion (if using), 2 oz of extra virgin olive oil, ½ oz of fresh ginger, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and ½ oz of pure maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, combine 2 oz of mixed greens and your choice of toppings (cucumber, avocado, cherry tomatoes, dried cranberries, raw sliced almonds, or golden flax seeds).
Dress the Salad: Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!