Special Diet Information
Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"You cannot see the lettuce and the dressing without suspecting a salad."
-Arthur Conan Doyle, The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard
The refrigerator light goes on...
Using pickled jalapenos in this vinaigrette makes it spicy without being overpowering. The real trick is the tiny bit of sugar: that little bit of sweetness balances the sourness perfectly.
Jalapeno Vinaigrette
Servings: 6 | Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Cooking Time: 15 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
Keeps well, refrigerated, for 4-5 days. Allow to come to room temperature (do not microwave!) and stir well before using refrigerated vinaigrette.
| 2 Tbsp | pickled jalapenos (minced) |
| 1 small | shallot (minced) |
| 1 Tbsp | green bell pepper (minced) |
| 6 Tbsp | liquid from the pickled jalapenos |
| 2 Tbsp | extra virgin olive oil |
| 1/8 tsp | sugar |
| fresh ground black pepper (to taste) |
In a small bowl, whisk together the jalapenos, shallot, green bell pepper, jalapeno liquid, olive oil, and sugar.
Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Servings: 6
Amount Per Serving
| Calories 82 | Calories from Fat 81 |
| % Daily Value |
| Total Fat 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated Fat 7g | |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 72mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrates <1g | <1% |
| Dietary Fiber <1g | <1% |
| Sugars <1g | |
| Protein 0g |
| Vitamin A 1% | Vitamin C 3% |
| Calcium 0% | Iron 0% |
| Vitamin K 6 mcg | Potassium 17 mg |
| Magnesium 1 mg | |