Vegan Maple Mustard Dressing
This tangy, sweet dressing comes together in minutes and makes just about any salad feel like something special. The combination of Dijon and whole-grain mustard gives it real depth and a little texture, while pure maple syrup rounds out the sharpness with natural sweetness — no honey in sight, so it's completely plant-based without any substitutions needed. A slow drizzle of olive oil whisked in at the end creates that glossy, emulsified consistency that clings beautifully to greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls. Fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar keep things bright, and a pinch of cayenne is there if you want a gentle kick. Store-bought dressings often sneak in dairy, eggs, or other animal-derived ingredients, so making your own is the easiest way to stay confident about what's in the bottle. This recipe makes 8 servings, so one quick batch keeps you covered all week — just shake the jar before pouring.
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8 servings
- 3 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp whole-grain mustard
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
- 2
Drizzle in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified and glossy, with a consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
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