The subtle, earthy sweetness of maple syrup, and the nutty goodness of walnuts combine to make one great salad dressing. Use this maple walnut salad dressing recipe on a traditional tossed green salad, or to dress vegetable salads. Thanks to Veronica Callaghan from Super Market Serenade for sharing this great salad dressing recipe with us.
 

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Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup water
• 2 teaspoons minced shallot
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/4 cup plus1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes

• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4

Preparation

1. In a food processor or blender combine the vinegar, syrup, olive oil, water, shallot, cayenne pepper, salt and 1 tablespoon of the walnuts; process until smooth.

2. Drizzle each salad with the dressing and scatter with the remaining walnuts.