Oil-free maple Dijon dressing is a simple twist on traditional recipes — this time without oil! It’s creamy, sweet, and has a little zing that complements salads, vegetables, tofu, and more. For anyone wanting to reduce their oil consumption, this is the perfect option.
Creamy oil-free maple Dijon dressing
This oil-free maple Dijon dressing is a versatile sauce prepared with only a handful of pantry staples! The combination of Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, maple syrup, and a few seasonings makes for one healthy recipe.
Pair this sweet, tangy, and herbaceous sauce with just about anything! Whether you’re trying to reduce the oil intake in your diet or just don’t have any on hand, take 5 minutes out of your day to give this oil-free salad dressing a try!
Is maple Dijon dressing vegan?
Many oil free salad dressings are vegetarian-friendly, but they often contain ingredients like milk solids, egg yolks, or honey.
Fortunately, this maple Dijon dressing without oil contains plant-based ingredients only! It’s suitable for almost all dietary preferences and needs.
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Dijon mustard: Provides a tangy, spicy, and creamy taste. I recommend smooth Dijon mustard for this recipe, not grainy.
- Nutritional yeast: I love adding nutritional yeast to my salad dressings for a cheesy and umami-rich element. If you don’t have nutritional yeast, add a touch of white miso paste.
- Maple syrup: The sweetness of maple syrup perfectly complements the spicy kick of Dijon mustard. I suggest 100% pure maple syrup or agave.
- White wine vinegar: Use white wine vinegar over regular white vinegar for a soft, balanced acidity. If you don’t have white wine vinegar, try red wine vinegar.
- Seasonings: I can’t get enough of the combination of dried oregano and cumin powder. It’s earthy, herbaceous, and ultra-savory!
Instructions
- Step 1: Add all the dressing ingredients to a small personal blender. Mix it on high until combined.
- Step 2: Transfer the dressing to an airtight jar or container and keep it in the fridge.
What to serve with maple Dijon dressing
You can pair this oil-free maple Dijon dressing with a variety of salads and vegetable-forward dishes. These are some of my favorite ideas:
Storage
For leftover oil-free salad dressing, just follow these simple tips:
- Fridge: Transfer to an airtight container like a mason jar, and store it for at least a week in the fridge. When you’re ready to use it again, stir it or add it back to the blender.
- Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing this oil-free maple Dijon dressing recipe. The texture will change once it’s thawed, plus it lasts quite a while in the fridge.
Variations
- Nutty: Impart a toasted and nutty flavor by adding tahini or cashews.
- Herbs & spices: Switch up the seasonings to suit your preferences. Try options like smoked or sweet paprika, thyme, coriander, turmeric, or red pepper flakes.
- Sugar-free: For a sugar-free and oil-free maple Dijon dressing, omit the maple syrup. You can replace it with a sugar-free sweetener, like stevia, or leave the dressing as-is.
- With oil: If you’d like a richer flavor, try adding ¼-½ cup of olive oil to the blender until it reaches your desired consistency and taste. Try the maple Dijon vinaigrette, if you don't mind the oil.
Top tips
- Quality ingredients: For the best flavor, opt for high-quality ingredients. There are only a few of them in this recipe after all!
- Adjust to taste: Adjust the ratios to fit your own taste preferences. This is the way I like my maple Dijon dressing, but it’s simple to make it sweeter, tangier, or more seasoned.
- Use a blender: For the smoothest texture, use a high-speed blender like a Vitamix, Blendtec or Ninja. It also helps if you have a personal-sized blender attachment.
- Make it bigger: You can easily scale this recipe to serve a larger crowd. Feel free to double or triple the ingredients, then keep it in the fridge until you need it!
FAQ
Yes, this maple Dijon dressing is also gluten-free. If you’re concerned about your ingredients, it’s always best to double-check they weren’t packaged in a facility that also works with gluten.
Yes, you can use other types of mustard for this recipe. I find Dijon provides the best flavor and consistency, but you can experiment and see what you like best.
Instead of maple syrup, opt for agave, brown rice syrup, or simple syrup. Just be aware that the other sweeteners may affect the flavor of the finished product.
Similar recipes
If you enjoyed this oil-free maple Dijon dressing recipe, be sure to check out some more of my favorite sauces and dressings like these:
- Oil-Free Creamy Balsamic Dressing: Another oil-free recipe that’s extra creamy and low in calories.
- Southwest Salad Dressing: A 5-minute dressing that's tangy with a little heat.
- Maple Dijon Vinaigrette: A similar recipe, but with oil added.
- Sweet Onion Sauce: A quick and easy sauce with minimal ingredients.
Oil Free Maple Dijon Dressing
DESCRIPTION
INGREDIENTS
- 4 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 4 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 4 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon white vine vinegar
- 2 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
METHOD
- Blend all of the ingredients in a personal blender.
- Store in an air-tight container and refrigerate.
- Drizzle it on your salad, sandwiches or bowls.
NOTES
- Quality ingredients: For the best flavor, opt for high-quality ingredients. There are only a few of them in this recipe after all!
- Adjust to taste: Adjust the ratios to fit your own taste preferences. This is the way I like my maple Dijon dressing, but it’s simple to make it sweeter, tangier, or more seasoned.
- Use a blender: For the smoothest texture, use a high-speed blender like a Vitamix or Blendtec. It also helps if you have a personal-sized blender attachment.
- Make it bigger: You can easily scale this recipe to serve a larger crowd. Feel free to double or triple the ingredients, then keep it in the fridge until you need it!
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