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Sugar-Free Apricot Vinaigrette Dressing

July 16, 2020 by Keto Cooking Christian Leave a Comment

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A perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors are blended together to create this delicious apricot vinaigrette. It's amazing on salads or as a marinade!

salad with apricot dressing being poured on top

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Finding a sugar free store bought dressing can be almost impossible these days. With just a few ingredients and about 5 minutes, you can make your own homemade sugar free vinaigrette without all the sugar. And it taste so much better than any you can buy.

overhead view of salad with apricot dressing on top

Sugar free apricot jam is the headliner in this Keto salad dressing recipe. And, when you taste the silky and sweet flavors it gives the vinaigrette, you'll never buy store bought vinaigrette again, it's just that good!

apricot vinaigrette in glass cruet

With the versatility of this vinaigrette, you can use it as marinade for grilled shrimp or chicken or even drizzle over baked salmon.

What's in Sugar-Free Apricot Vinaigrette

  • Sugar-free apricot jam
  • Extra Virgin Olive oil
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Lime
  • Shallot
  • Salt

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

How to Make Sugar-Free Apricot Vinaigrette

Add all the dressing ingredients to the mini chopper bowl that comes with an immersion blender.

apricot vinaigrette ingredients in food chopper bowl

Pulse until the dressing has emulsified, then pour over your salad and serve.

apricot vinaigrette ingredients in food chopper bowl mixed

How to Store Homemade Low Carb Vinaigrette

You'll need to store your dressing in the fridge in an air tight container. It will keep for about a week. Chilling it will usually cause the olive oil to thicken.

If that happens, just set the container in warm water for a few minutes and it will become loose and pourable again. Be sure to give it a good shake before serving,

closeup of salad with apricot dressing on top

You can serve this over any type of salad you prefer, Classic Cobb, fresh garden salad, even a scrumptious chef salad. You just can't go wrong!

Is Apricot Vinaigrette Keto?

When someone sees that apricots are a listed ingredient, they may wonder what are the carbs in this Apricot Vinaigrette. But because the jam is sugar free and is then mixed with equal parts of olive oil, it makes this a great low carb and Keto friendly vinaigrette.

There's only 1 carb per serving in Keto Apricot Vinaigrette Dressing,

salad with apricot dressing on top and jar of jam in background

About the Sugar-Free Jam

The brand of Keto apricot jam used in this recipe is Good Good brand. It's Keto Friendly, suitable for diabetics and is gluten free. Their jam is sweetened with the highest quality natural sweeteners available containing zero or very little calories and no sugar.

If you're looking for an excellent sugar jam for your Keto biscuits, you should really consider giving this brand a try. The flavors are incredible.

jar of Good Good apricot jam with some being spooned out

Tips for Making Perfect Homemade Vinaigrette

How to Find the Best Olive Oil

The first step in making restaurant quality vinaigrette, is a using a very good grade olive oil, it's one of the main ingredients after all. Sounds simple enough, but there are certain things to look for to ensure you're buying the best olive oil for your homemade vinaigrette.

  • When you're dressing a dish or using olive oil for a main ingredient, you should always opt for extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Oil olives come in classifications and extra virgin is highest in class.
  • Buyer beware: just because it says it's extra virgin olive oil, doesn't mean it's pure. Manufacturers can use a blend of olive oils and get away with calling it extra virgin. Look at the ingredient label. It should say extra virgin olive oil only, but it should also include a harvest date. unlike wine, the newer the date, the better.
  • Some of the best olive oils are not only from Italy. California has excellent olive oils as well. To ensure you are getting one of them, avoid olive oils that say they are made in several different regions. That's a sign it's a blend. A really good quality California EVOO should have a stamp of certification from the California Olive Oil Council.
  • Another easy sign you can look for right off the bat, is the container it's bottled in. Look for dark green glass or a metal container. A bottle that allows light to expose the oil, over time, can ruin the quality, flavor and shelf life of EVOO. Be sure you store your olive oil out of direct sunlight at home also. A dark pantry in the perfect place.

Can I Use Different Vinegars in Keto Vinaigrette?

There are so many health benefits to apple cider vinegar and the sweetness it gets from apples, lends such a great flavor to vinaigrette. But, there are other vinegars you can use in it's place that will work.

White wine and red wine vinegars work well. As does rice wine vinegar, if you prefer a little Asian flavor. It should be noted rice wine vinegar has more carbs, so you'll need to adjust your macros accordingly.

How to Flavor Homemade Sugar Free Vinaigrette

This is where personal preference can come into place. Between the tartness in the vinegar and the subtleness of the EVOO, a sweet or savory source of seasoning is needed.

You can certainly use fresh herbs and garlic for a more savory dressing. Or you can use a sweeter flavoring as found in this amazing sugar free Apricot Jam.

The sweetness in the jam really helps to round out all the flavors and brings them together for the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

overhead view of salad with apricot dressing on top

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Sugar-Free Apricot Vinaigrette Dressing

A perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors are blended together to create this delicious apricot vinaigrette. It's amazing on salads or as a marinade!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Author: Julianne
Course: Condiments
Calories: 126
Servings: 6

INGREDIENTS

  • ¼ cup sugar-free apricot jam
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • 2 teaspoons shallot, minced
  • Pinch of salt

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Add all the dressing ingredients to the mini chopper bowl that comes with an immersion blender.
  • Pulse until the dressing has emulsified, then pour over your salad and serve. Store in the fridge in an airtight jar for 5-7 days.

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Nutrition Facts
Sugar-Free Apricot Vinaigrette Dressing
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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