Honey Pecan Dressing

Elevate your salads with the irresistible blend of sweet, nutty, and tangy flavors in this Honey Pecan Dressing. Featuring toasted pecans, golden honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance of richness and zest. The apple cider vinegar and minced garlic lend a bright, savory kick, while olive oil creates a silky, emulsified texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make dressing is blended to a slightly chunky consistency, offering a satisfying crunch in every drizzle. Perfect for fresh greens, roasted vegetable salads, or even as a marinade, this dressing is sure to become your new go-to for flavorful, wholesome meals. Bonus: it keeps well in the fridge for up to a week!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups pecans
• 0.25 cups honey
• 0.25 cups olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Allow them to cool completely.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and emulsified.

Step 3

Add the cooled pecans to the blender and pulse a few times until the pecans are finely chopped but still provide some texture.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance flavors.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid. Shake well before using.

Step 6

Use immediately on your favorite salad, or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	207 grams (207.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1054

Total Fat 93.00g	119%
Saturated Fat 11.80g	59%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1301mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 57.70g	21%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 51.00g
Protein 5.10g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 48mg	4%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 278mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.9%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 21.2%