Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

A classic vinaigrette dressing for salad. It is wonderful on grain salads such as couscous and pasta, and great as a marinade for meats of all kinds. Try it on beef or pork tenderloin, pork chops, boneless chicken breasts or on surf and turf kebabs. Source: Robin Hood website

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Yields: 3/4 cup

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons  balsamic vinegar
• 2  tablespoons maple syrup
• 1  teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 2⁄3 cup canola oil
• 1⁄4 cup  apple juice

Directions

1. Whisk together first 5 ingredients.
2. Gradually add oil, whisking until well mixed.
3. To thin consistency, add apple juice until desired texture is achieved.
4. This dressing can be store up to 5 days in the refrigerator.