Spicy Mediterranean Vinaigrette

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Sweet raisins, honey and carrot juice balance the heat of crushed red pepper in this brightly colored vinaigrette.

Ellen Ecker Ogden
Source: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2009

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total:
20 mins
Servings:
12

Nutrition Profile:

Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Heat mustard seeds, coriander and cumin in a small dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add carrot juice and simmer over medium heat until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.

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  • Place raisins in a blender and add the hot juice. Let stand for 5 minutes to plump the raisins. Then add vinegar, cilantro, yogurt, honey, crushed red pepper, salt and pepper and blend until combined. Pour in oil and blend until smooth, about 1 minute.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 tablespoon
Per Serving:
55 calories; protein 0.3g; carbohydrates 2.9g; dietary fiber 0.3g; sugars 1.9g; fat 4.8g; saturated fat 0.7g; vitamin a iu 2024.5IU; vitamin c 1.3mg; folate 1.4mcg; calcium 7.3mg; iron 0.1mg; magnesium 3mg; potassium 52.9mg; sodium 56.6mg.
Exchanges:

1 fat
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