This peach mint vinaigrette is a unique flavored dressing that can be drizzled on salads, grilled meats and vegetables, or even on a mixed fruit salad. The flavor combination of this vinaigrette stands out and is a great blend of sweet peach preserve that is complimented by the refreshing zing of fresh mint leaves.
Ingredients You'll Need for Peach Mint Vinaigrette
Making this peach mint vinaigrette is simple. You'll need a high-speed mixer to blend the flollowing ingredients: peach preserve, mint leaves, olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, shallots, salt, black and red crushed pepper.
Measured Ingredients:
- ¾ cups light olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1-2 tablespoons peach preserve (depending on your sweet preference)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (you can use any mustard you have on hand too)
- 1 teaspoon chooped shallots (red or white onion will work as well)
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper (less or more depending on your preference)
- ⅛ teaspoon red crushed pepper (optional for a little balanced spice)
Steps to Prepare
To make your peach mint vinaigrette, simply place all ingredients into a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Adjust the flavors as you prefer and transfer into an easy pour container.
Serving Suggestions
This peach vinaigrette is versatile and can be used on a variety of dishes. Drizzle it over a mixed greens salad with goat cheese and almonds for a light, refreshing lunch. It also complements roasted vegetables, like carrots and sweet potatoes, adding a sweet and tangy flavor. It can be drizzled over grilled chicken, grilled pork or our Yogurt Marinated Grilled Lamb. For a unique dessert, try using it as a topping for a fresh mixed fruit salad. Try this dressing with our Peach Panzanella Salad too!
