Walnut Salad Dressing

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This Walnut Salad Dressing uses balsamic vinegar and walnuts as the star ingredients. It's loaded with flavor and has the right amount of twang. You may also like our pecan-based Healthy Balsamic Vinaigrette.

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This healthy 5-ingredient walnut balsamic vinaigrette dressing is oil-free, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, Daniel Fast-approved, and takes less than 10 minutes to make.

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Health Benefits
Walnut Balsamic Dressing Ingredients
How to Make This Walnut Salad Dressing
Expert Tips
Ways to Enjoy This Walnut Salad Dressing
Recipe FAQs
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Walnut Salad Dressing

Health Benefits

Nutritionally, walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids. Balsamic vinegar may also help to lower the glycemic index of the meal. Since the dates are an intact natural fruit, you're getting the fiber by using the Simple Homemade Date Syrup in this recipe. Garlic contains compounds shown to be beneficial for heart health. In addition to the health benefits of the ingredients in this dressing, my favorite of all is that it's so tasty, you'll want to eat more salad!

Walnut Balsamic Dressing Ingredients

Ingredients for the walnut salad dressing: walnuts, date syrup, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard and garlic.

Walnuts: creamy base with nutty depth.
Balsamic vinegar: adds bright acidity and savory complexity.
Homemade Date Syrup: brings natural sweetness and viscosity.
Garlic: adds punch and aromatic depth.
Dijon Mustard: sharpness that helps emulsify and heightens flavor.

A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

How to Make This Walnut Salad Dressing

Soak walnuts in hot water for 5 minutes to soften.
Add all ingredients into a mini bullet blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Enjoy immediately!

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Expert Tips

Don’t skip soaking the walnuts. It gives a smoother texture and prevents that chalky bite.
Use a mini bullet blender for the creamiest consistency; a full-sized blender works okay, too.
Fresh garlic is your secret weapon for that garlic zing, and skip the powder.
Keep it in a mason jar and give it a good shake to re-emulsify before each use.

Ways to Enjoy This Walnut Salad Dressing

Pair this Walnut Salad Dressing with our Rainbow Salad, Arugula Quinoa Salad, or Beet Arugula Salad. This sauce also works beautifully as a dip for the veggies in our Healthy Girl Dinner.

Recipe FAQs

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container, like a mason jar, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Is walnut dressing healthy?

Absolutely! It’s loaded with omega-3s, plant-based fiber, and clean ingredients that support heart and metabolic health. Learn more about the health benefits of walnuts.

How do I make this walnut salad dressing thicker (or thinner)?

The best way to adjust the consistency is with water. Use less water for a thicker consistency (or add more walnuts). Use more water for a thinner texture.

side top view of the walnut salad dressing in a glass mason jar with loose walnuts and salad greens blurred in the background

This Walnut Salad Dressing isn’t just another vinaigrette; it’s a flavor bomb that brings creamy richness, tangy depth, and a dash of sweetness in under 10 minutes. Oil-free, nutritious, and fiercely delicious. Trust me, or better yet, trust your taste buds. Slather it on your salads, drizzle it on bowls, and get ready to fall in love.

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