Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh raspberries: 1 cup (150 grams)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 1/3 cup (80 milliliters)
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters)
- Honey: 1 tablespoon
- Kosher salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or rosemary) for seasoning
Preparation Time: 20 minutes (including preparation and chilling time)
Cooking Time: None (this is a dressing, not a cooked dish)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, blend the fresh raspberries until smooth.
- Strain the raspberry puree to remove seeds and pulp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the raspberry puree, olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Add fresh herbs and mix well.
- Pour the dressing into a container and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 140
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: 0.5g
Sodium: 230mg
Dish Characteristics:
- This dressing has a sweet-and-sour taste with a rich raspberry flavor.
- The combination of fresh herbs adds a refreshing note to the dressing.
- It is perfect for salads or as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables.
User Comments:
- "This dressing is amazing! The raspberry flavor is so fresh and delicious."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's a great summer dressing."
- "The combination of raspberry and red wine vinegar creates a unique flavor that goes well with all types of salads."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor. If fresh raspberries are not in season, you can use frozen ones.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. You can add more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess.
- This dressing is best served chilled, so make sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
