Fresh Lemon & Caper Red Vinegar Salad Dressing

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For additional recipe ideas, you can visit the Pompeian website. This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pompeian. All opinions are 100% mine.

I’m a salad junkie. Whenever I can, I’m eating some sort of leafy green goodness. And, even though I’m almost always perpetually on a diet, that’s not why I enjoy them. I just love eating fresh, crisp and juicy vegetables. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been obsessed with veggies. I was never one of those kids whose parents had to “force” them to eat their broccoli or their salads. In fact, I was almost always finishing my brothers because they wouldn’t touch them.

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I know, I was a weird kid. But I like to think my obsession with veggies at such an early age has helped maintaining a healthy lifestyle as an adult a little easier. Now, don’t get me wrong, I still enjoy the occasional hamburger, plate of fries or big slice of chocolate cake. But when it comes down to it and there’s an option for a a salad, that’s almost always my first choice.

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That’s why I was pretty excited when Pompeian Red Wine Vinegar asked me to create a fresh, unique salad dressing with their line of red vinegars for their “#DressingItUp” campaign.

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I do love creamy dressings, but my all time favorite is simple: A squirt of high quality olive oil and a drizzle of vinegar. Balsamic used to be my go-to, but now I can’t get enough of Pompeian’s red vinegar. I’m not just saying that either, I could literally drink it.

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For my fresh new dressing, I used stuff I found right in my pantry and fridge. A can of capers (don’t ask me why I had them), a juicy, fresh lemon, Pompeian extra virgin olive oil and red vinegar, honey and a dash of dried basil. This dressing couldn’t be simpler, but don’t let that fool you into thinking it’s boring. This vinaigrette packs a mean punch of delicious flavors, and instantly boosts any of your salads.

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Trust me, you’ll love it.

Fresh Lemon & Caper Red Vinegar Salad Dressing

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Serves about 4. Recipe adapted from My Recipes.
Prep time: >5 minutes

Ingredients: 

  • 1/4 cup Pompeian red vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Pompeian extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon real clove honey
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne chili pepper
  • Sprinkle of dried basil

Directions:

  1. In a medium size bowl, whisk the red vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil and honey together until fully combined. Then carefully whisk in the capers, garlic salt, pepper, chili pepper and dried basil. Stir to combine.
  2. Pour over your favorite salads or save for later in a tight jar!

Nutritional information per serving (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)

Calories: 39.75
Fat: 2.25 grams
Carbohydrates: 4.5 grams
Protein: 0 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Weight Watchers Points: 1

For additional recipe ideas, you can visit the Pompeian website. This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pompeian. All opinions are 100% mine.

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  1. Posted by Paula - bell'alimento on
    Friday, May 30th, 2014
    So fresh and perfect for summer time.
  2. Friday, May 30th, 2014
    I wish I loved veggies as much as you! I have to force myself to eat them. This dressing sounds fabulous!
  3. Friday, May 30th, 2014
    This looks so light and healthy! I love simple dressings! They taste the best!
  4. Friday, May 30th, 2014
    Simple vinaigrettes are my favorite salad dressings.I love all the flavors you have going on in this one.
  5. Posted by foodwanderings on
    Friday, May 30th, 2014
    Ooh nice the second salad that popped up on my radar today. I love the capers in it and the balance with honey.
  6. Friday, May 30th, 2014
    I love making a good, fresh vinaigrette. A great dressing just makes the salad for me! And I love the Pompeian brand. I use it often.
  7. Friday, May 30th, 2014
    Ah, the perfect summer salad!!
  8. Saturday, May 31st, 2014
    love the flavor combination
  9. Saturday, May 31st, 2014
    I am lovin this dressing!! I'm love salads as well and trying new dressings for them!
  10. Posted by Rose | The Clean Dish on
    Sunday, June 1st, 2014
    You just reminded me that I have a glass of capers sitting in the fridge that needs to be used up -- now I have the perfect recipe for it, too!

    I'm also a salad junkie. If I don't get my greens (at least in juice form) I just don't feel the same! :)
  11. Posted by Nutmeg Nanny on
    Monday, June 2nd, 2014
    This dressing looks amazing! Love the addition of honey.
  12. Posted by Connie | URBAN BAKES on
    Monday, June 2nd, 2014
    This sounds really good! I have to give it a try sometime!
  13. Posted by Claudia Lette on
    Monday, June 9th, 2014
    I couldn't agree more. I'm also a big fan of elaborated creamy dressings, but from time to time I just go back to basics and prepare a simple and delicious vinaigrette.

    Sometimes apple cyder or red wine vinegar just brings up that traditional dressing flavor, instead of the more contemporary balsamic flavor. I also loved that you used honey.