5-Minute Cherry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Remove pits from 1 cup fresh cherries. If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely first. You can use any variety of cherries - sweet or tart both work beautifully in this recipe.
Add the pitted cherries, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup light olive oil, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and a dash of salt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth, about 30-60 seconds.
Give it a taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup. The natural cherry sweetness is usually perfect on its own, but you can customize it to your preference.
Transfer to a jar or bottle and give it a good shake before each use. Drizzle over your favorite salads and enjoy immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Pit cherries safely: Use a cherry pitter or gently press a chopstick through the center to remove pits without making a mess.

Blend thoroughly: Make sure to blend until completely smooth for the best texture - any cherry chunks will settle at the bottom.

Shake before using: The ingredients naturally separate, so give it a good shake after it's been sitting in the fridge.

Taste and adjust: Every batch of cherries has different sweetness levels, so taste and add honey or maple syrup if you prefer it sweeter.

Did you make this recipe?Please let me know in the comments below how it turned out :)