Makes 1 1/2 cups of Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
India Tree Mulling spices are steeped with apple cider to add a hint of exotic flavor to this simple and zesty, homemade vinaigrette, perfect when served with mixed salad greens or tossed with steamed autumn vegetables such as squash or Brussels sprouts.
Ingredients
Mulling Spice Vinaigrette:
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1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
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3 tablespoons Mulling Spices
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3 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 clove of garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon India Tree Tellicherry Peppercorns
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1 cup olive oil
Salad:
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8 cups mixed greens
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1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
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1/3 cup dried cranberries
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1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
Equipment
- Measuring cups – dry
- Measuring spoons
- Small saucepan
- Large bowl
Instructions
- Mulling Spice Vinaigrette: Heat apple cider vinegar until simmering. Add mulling spices and cinnamon. Let steep for 15 minutes. Let cool.
- Transfer to bowl with spices. Whisk in honey, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk in olive oil until combined. Refrigerate for 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Strain to remove spices.
- Salad: Toss mixed greens with 1/4 cup vinaigrette to evenly coat.
- Stir in apple, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds. Serve immediately. Store the remaining vinaigrette refrigerated in an airtight container. Use within 1 week.
