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This apple cider vinaigrette is a perfect option for those who prefer their dressings to be tangy and zesty. It features a lower-than-usual ratio of oil to vinegar, plus a kick of garlic and mustard, so it\u2019s pleasantly assertive. Use it to dress bitter greens, such as raw kale, or chicories. The dressing is also a great counterpoint to sweet flavors, so it\u2019s ideal for salads that feature dried or fresh fruit!<\/p>\n

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There can never been too many homemade vinaigrette recipes, and this one packs a punch. <\/p>\n

If you\u2019re the type of person who adds an extra dash of vinegar or lemon to nearly every salad after you\u2019ve dressed it (me!), then apple cider vinaigrette is probably right up your alley. <\/p>\n

In addition to its bold, tangy flavor, the vinaigrette is easy to make. There are only five ingredients here, minus salt and pepper, and preparation is just a matter of whisking or shaking. <\/p>\n

Keep this recipe on hand for all of your salads<\/a> that feature bitter or boldly flavored greens, like kale or chicories. <\/p>\n

Allow its punchy acidity to brighten up roasted root vegetables or nutty cooked whole grains. <\/p>\n

The tangy dressing can also bring sweet flavors into balance. I love drizzling it over salads that include sliced apple, dried raisins or dates, or candied nuts. <\/p>\n

A quick primer on apple cider vinegar<\/h2>\n

For a person with a small kitchen, I have an expansive collection of vinegars. I use all of them in my homemade dressings: champagne vinaigrette<\/a>, red wine vinaigrette<\/a>, balsamic vinaigrette<\/a>, and so on.<\/p>\n

Apple cider vinegar, also known as ACV, is one of the types of vinegars that I rely on most often. It\u2019s not only good in apple cider vinaigrette, but also for marinades and creamy dressings<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Apple cider vinegar has a strong, sour taste, and you may be able to pick up on very faint apple notes when you try it. <\/p>\n

That\u2019s because the vinegar is made, just as the name suggests, from the juice of crushed apples. This juice is fermented with yeasts to convert its sugar into alcohol, and then eventually into acetic acid. <\/p>\n

This fermentation process leads to the formation of spent yeast and bacteria. They often coagulate into a gelatinous mass called \u201cthe mother,\u201d or they might look like strands of cloudiness in your bottle.<\/p>\n

The bacteria in apple cider vinegar are probiotics, or the \u201cgood\u201d bacteria that are found in most fermented foods. <\/p>\n

Fact vs. fiction<\/h3>\n

Thanks to the presence of these probiotics, and also as a result of a lot of wellness hype, apple cider vinegar is frequently touted as a weight loss aid. <\/p>\n

There\u2019s limited research to support such claims. Drinking ACV before or after meals might cut appetite a little, thanks to its acidity. <\/p>\n

Limited studies also suggest that it may help to slightly lower post-prandial blood glucose. <\/p>\n

But these effects are modest, at best, and the research on them isn\u2019t robust. ACV isn\u2019t a sufficient or reliable therapy for prediabetes or diabetes. <\/p>\n

Plus, the vinegar\u2019s acidity will take a toll on tooth enamel, and it may exacerbate GERD and acid reflux.<\/p>\n

The bottom line: apple cider vinegar is a great culinary ingredient, with the added bonus of probiotics that exist in all fermented foods. It\u2019s not a cure-all. <\/p>\n

A particularly punchy dressing<\/h2>\n

For most of my vinaigrette recipes<\/a>, I use about a 2:1 ratio of olive oil to acid.<\/p>\n

The ratio here is lower. I use a third cup of olive oil and quarter cup of ACV, resulting in a vinaigrette that\u2019s unmistakably acidic, even a little spicy. <\/p>\n

A heaping teaspoon of Dijon mustard enhances that effect.<\/p>\n

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To help balance the acidity, I also add maple syrup. This isn\u2019t unusual for me, as I like a touch of sweetness in my vinaigrettes for balance. <\/p>\n

But whereas I usually add a half teaspoon or teaspoon of maple syrup to dressings, I add a tablespoon to apple cider vinaigrette.<\/p>\n

And while we\u2019re on the topic of balance, there are savory notes in the vinaigrette, too! <\/p>\n

One fat clove of garlic\u2014or two smaller cloves\u2014should be grated and added to the dressing, giving it extra bite. <\/p>\n

How to make apple cider vinaigrette<\/h2>\n

The process of making apple cider vinaigrette is so simple. First, gather up your ingredients:<\/p>\n