Hearts of Palm Salad Dressing

a healthy creamy vegan dressing

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Healthy vegan salad dressing

Every once in a while, I give myself a big pat on the back for creating a recipe that amazes even me. I’ve created an amazing recipe for a creamy and delicious hearts of palm salad dressing that will revolutionize your salad game. Ever since I’ve been lactose intolerant, I have had to avoid most creamy salad dressings because they are dairy-based, (like ranch.) Every time I ate hearts of palm, I kept thinking to myself that it would make a delicious salad dressing. So after a couple attempts, I had success making a dairy-free/vegan salad dressing that has such amazing flavor. You can also use as a dipping sauce for veggies, wings, or nuggets, use in a lunch wrap, substitute for ranch dressing…and more!

What is Hearts of Palm?

Hearts of Palm actually does come from palm trees, but don’t worry, the harvesting process does not harm the entire plant. The white cylinder shaped palm hearts come from the tender, immature, growing top of the crown part of the tree.(ref)

What does Hearts of Palm taste like?

The taste is very similar to an artichoke, but the texture is much more tender. Hearts of palm are a healthy vegan food. It has zero fat and is low carb, along with protein and lots of potassium. It’s perfect for making a creamy and healthy salad dressing with no mayo or dairy. So get ready to impress your taste buds and elevate your salads to a whole new level! Makes approximately 18 ounces.

Let’s begin!

Hearts of palm salad dressing ingredients

• 1 (14oz) can hearts of palm, drained

• 1 large lemon, juiced

• 1/2 shallot onion or red onion

• 1/2 tsp minced garlic

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup

• salt and pepper to taste (usually I start with 1/4 tsp each)

Tip: You can adjust the maple syrup amount to your liking, but it helps to balance all the acid.

How to make hearts of palm creamy salad dressing

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse a few times, then puree or blend on high until smooth consistency, about 1-2 minutes.

How to store hearts of palm salad dressing

How long will hearts of palm salad dressing last? Store covered in refrigerator until ready to use, up to one week.

Note: Makes approximately 18 ounces.

Other ideas to use hearts of palm dressing

This creamy and delicious hearts of palm salad dressing will add tons of flavor while keeping your salad healthy.

Other ways to use hearts of palm dressing for:

• Marinating or brining chicken

• Dipping sauce for nuggets, wings or vegetable tray

• Use in a homemade lunch wrap

• Drizzle on baked potatoes

• Make a pasta salad with this creamy dressing

• Use as a substitute for sour cream on tacos or quesadillas

• Use in my broccoli confetti salad instead of mayo.

Find my easy recipe for broccoli confetti salad HERE.

It’s a family favorite!

Enjoy!

💜Julie

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Author: Julie Butler

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Hearts of Palm Salad Dressing (vegan)

A creamy and delicious dairy-free/vegan salad dressing that has such amazing flavor. Easy blender recipe!

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Ingredients

Hearts of palm salad dressing ingredients

• 1 (14oz) can hearts of palm, drained
• 1 large lemon, juiced
• 1/2 shallot onion or red onion
• 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• salt and pepper to taste (start with 1/4 tsp each)

Instructions

How to make hearts of palm salad dressing

1. Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse a few times, then puree or blend on high until smooth consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
2. Store covered in refrigerator until ready to use, up to one week.

Notes

Note: Makes approximately 18 ounces.

Tip: You can adjust the maple syrup amount to your liking, but it helps to balance all the acid.

Note: I am lactose intolerant, that is why I choose to create a dairy-free version.

Other ideas to use this hearts of palm salad dressing:

• Marinating or brining chicken
• Dipping sauce for nuggets, wings or vegetable tray
• Use in a homemade lunch wrap
• Drizzle on baked potatoes
• Make a pasta salad with this creamy dressing
• Use as a substitute for sour cream on tacos or quesadillas
• Use in my broccoli confetti salad instead of mayo.

Recommended Products

Ninja Smart Screen 3-in-1 Blender Kitchen System

Vitamix 5200 Blender, Professional-Grade, Container, Self-Cleaning 64 oz, Black/Grey

Goya Foods Whole Hearts of Palm (Palmitos), 14.1 Ounce (Pack of 12)

Nutrition Facts

Calories

169

Fat (grams)

16 g

Carbs (grams)

4 g

Fiber (grams)

0 g

Net carbs

3 g

Sugar (grams)

3 g

Protein (grams)

0 g

Sodium (milligrams)

61 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

0 mg

Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutritional Information is provided as a courtesy only and should be viewed as an estimate. Ingredients can vary with brands and size and Inspiration Apron makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information. Per 3 oz serving.

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