Sun-Dried Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette
A versatile dressing
Posted June 7th, 2011 by noelle | View Comments
This Sun-Dried Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette is a simple, lazy dressing which is great on salads and pastas. It’s great as a dip too. Detox beauties will love this dressing for its versatility. When it comes to eating more fresh, naturally cleansing foods a dressing can really make all the difference.
Sun-Dried Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette
Serving Size: 3/4 cup
Ingredients
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh ricotta cheese
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons of fresh basil leaves, packed
sea salt and fresh pepper to taste
Better-for-you ingredients
Learn more about the better-for-you ingredients in this recipe:
- Sun-dried tomatoes Sun-dried Tomatoes are a natural source of Vitamin C and a good source of iron. Sun-dried tomatoes are also rich in Lycopene, a micro-nutrient found in tomatoes, which is believed to contain antioxidant and cancer-preventing properties.
Directions
Place water, vinegar, ricotta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and basil into a blender. Blend until all ingredients are well combined and creamy. Add an additional splash of water to thin dressing if desired. Season with sea salt and fresh pepper to your taste. Enjoy!
