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New Orleans Soaked Salad Dressing

New Orleans Soaked Salad Dressing for Flavor-Packed Meals

This New Orleans Soaked Salad Dressing enhances salads with bold flavors, is gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and quick to prepare.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Creole
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil adds depth and richness
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar balances richness
  • ¼ cup Creole mustard delivers tanginess and kick
For the Flavor Boost
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) provides sharpness and depth
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (finely chopped) adds freshness
  • 2 stalks green onions (finely sliced, optional) for mild onion flavor
For the Perfect Balance
  • 1 teaspoon sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground) adds warmth
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) introduces heat

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by mincing the garlic and finely chopping the fresh parsley. If using green onions, slice them thinly. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Creole mustard. Mix until emulsified.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, chopped parsley, green onions, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well mixed.
  4. Whisk vigorously until the mixture thickens or blend in a food processor for a smoother texture.
  5. Toss your salad ingredients with the dressing. Let it soak for at least 20 minutes.
  6. Transfer the marinated salad to a serving bowl and garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 45mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste and let the dressing marinate for optimal flavor absorption.

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