Tomato-Herb Dressing

Tomato-Herb Dressing Recipe Tomato juice replaces much of the oil and helps this French-style dressing coat the salad greens. In addition to crisp lettuce salads, it is delicious with grilled vegetables and bean or pasta salads.


From EatingWell:  Summer 2002

Yield: About 1 cup

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup tomato juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons coarse-grained mustard
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Whisk all ingredients in a small bowl until blended.

Tips & Notes
  • Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Per tablespoon:

20 calories; 2 g fat (0 g sat, 1 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber; 102 mg sodium; 30 mg potassium.

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