Balsamic Port Drizzle Recipe

Elevate your salads with this exquisite Balsamic Port Drizzle! Ruby-red port wine lends sophisticated sweetness and depth to this easy-to-make dressing, perfect for drizzling over dark leafy greens, juicy plums, golden raisins, or dried apricots. Toasted nuts and crumbled goat cheese add delightful texture and richness. This sophisticated dressing is the perfect finishing touch for a memorable salad. Recipe adapted from Eating Well.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 617.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Port Drizzle

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How to Make Balsamic Port Drizzle

  1. Combine 1/2 cup ruby port wine, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, and 1 finely minced shallot in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  5. Whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Serve warm or at room temperature. Drizzle over your favorite salad and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

157g

Fat

19g

Carbs

18g