Creamy Black Garlic Salad Dressing
Not only is this salad dressing very adaptable, but it is also heart-healthy. It offers a creamy, garlicky punch that improves any meal, whether it is drizzled over grilled meals, used as a dip for veggies, or dressed over fresh salads.
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds soaked 6 hours or overnight
- 1/4 cup flax oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 cup Chia Gel
- 1 clove black garlic
- ½ cup water to desired consistency
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Start with ½ cup water and adjust to desired consistency.
- Add additional seasonings if desired.
- Variations:
- Italian: Add 1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and thyme and a clove of garlic.
- Asian: Use sesame oil, some miso, ginger and some tamari if desired.
- Mexican: Use lime juice instead of lemon and add cilantro, cayenne, and cumin.
- Thai: Substitute lime juice and add coconut, lemongrass, cilantro, ginger, garlic and a dash of cayenne.
Nutrition
Calories: 149kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 91mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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