Copycat Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette

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I am a big fan of Chick-fil-A's® grilled market salad and their signature zesty apple cider vinaigrette! So, I developed a recipe to fill that craving. This dressing is simply amazing… the zing of the apple cider vinegar, hint of sweet pineapple and tangy lime juice, and warm heat of the freshly cracked black pepper is a sure winner!

Submitted by Lisa Buckholts
Updated on April 23, 2024
Vinaigrette in glass bottle and coleslaw in the background
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • ⅛ teaspoon xanthan gum

  • 10 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

  • ¼ cup honey

  • 2 tablespoons pineapple juice

  • 2 teaspoons lime juice

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon coarsely cracked black pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Combine water, sugar, and xanthan gum in a small bowl; whisk to create a smooth gel with no lumps.

  2. Combine vegetable oil, vinegar, honey, pineapple juice, lime juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a medium bowl. Whisk in xanthan gum gel until dressing is smooth and all ingredients are incorporated. Transfer to a vinaigrette bottle and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

152 Calories
14g Fat
8g Carbs
0g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 152
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Sodium 235mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 0g 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 5mg 0%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 19mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.