Tomato-Basil Herb Vinaigrette Dressing
What i am sharing with you today is light and refreshing vinaigrette style dressing that you can create in your own home. This dressing contains fresh ingredients of cherry tomatoes, mix of herbs avocado oil and fresh sauteed garlic. What i LOVE about making my own is the quality control and flavor versatility by utilizing real food ingredients either in your own backyard or from the market.
This recipe came alive when realizing i had quite a bit of extra fresh basil to still use before going bad. And since I’ve been craving an alkalizing energizing salad for the evening, I figured it would be the perfect opportunity to make my own signature style dressing. And voila! Here it is.
So how about you, have you made your own in the past? And if so, how did it come out?
When i make my own I love that it is pure, fresh and so darn tasty. I truly believe in fresh is best. Do you agree? Although, at times, we do buy store bought. But I make sure to read those labels due to additives, extra sugars and any other preservatives. High quality is best because if you can NOT recognize an ingredients your body will not either in breaking it down. And please stay away from fat-free and low-fat labeling due to extra sugars or a chemical of crap in it. In doing so you will reap the healthy benefits in nourishing your mind, body and soul for overall well being.
Below are the many benefits of the few ingredients utilized in this recipe.
AVOCADO OIL
Rich in oleic acid
Reduces cholesterol
Very healthy fat
High in lutein
Great for eye health
Enhancement of absorbing nutrients in the body
Improves heart health
May prevent gum disease
Improves skin and enhances wound healing
Neutralizes free radicals and easy to use
Reduces symptoms of arthritis
TOMATOES
Antioxidant agent
Manage diabetes
Rich source of vitamins and minerals
Heart healthy
Counter effect of smoking cigarettes
Improves vision
Aid in digestion
Lowers hypertension
Great for skin
Prevents U.T.I.
Prevents gallstones
BASIL
Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant
Cancer fighter
Pain reducer
Fever reducer
Liver and Blood vessel protector
Immune booster
Let’s move on to the recipe below……………………………………………………..
SERVES: about 6
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup basil, fresh
3 garlic cloves, minced and slightly pan sauteed
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, or preferred
dash, sea salt
dash, black pepper
3/4 cup avocado oil
3 tbsp red wine vinegar, or white is fine
dash, dried oregano
1/2 tsp thyme, fresh
INSTRUCTIONS:
In a small saucepan, over low-medium heat, place prepared garlic with oil; let saute for about 2-3 minutes or until fragrant and slightly soft. Do not burn. When cooked remove from heat and set aside.
Combine all ingredients including garlic into the food processor or a blender. Pulse until smooth and creamy. Place mixture into an airtight container or in a mason jar for storage. Keep in the refrigerator and when ready to use remove from the refrigerator and bring up to room temperature. This can also be made a day in advance as well. And voila! Homemade tasty treat to use and enjoy.
NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: calories per serving 43; total fat 3.6g; sodium 41mg;total carbohydrates 2.7g; dietary fiber 1.5g; calcium 1%; iron 2% and potassium 3%