Description
This Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette is a smoky, sweet, and spicy dressing perfect for salads, grain bowls, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables. Made with red wine vinegar, honey, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil, it offers a balanced flavor with a delightful kick. Easy to whisk together and ready in just 10 minutes, it adds a vibrant Mexican-inspired twist to your meals.
Ingredients
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Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Emulsify Dressing: Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing, continuing until the vinaigrette is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning or sweetness if needed to achieve the desired balance of flavors.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop fully.
- Serve: Shake or stir well before each use and enjoy with salads, grain bowls, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust the number of chipotle peppers for more or less heat according to your preference.
- For a smoother consistency, blend all ingredients in a blender for 20 to 30 seconds.
- This vinaigrette pairs excellently with green salads, grain bowls, grilled chicken, and roasted vegetables.
- Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
