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A colorful dish of mixed salad next to an apple, a green chili pepper, and a jar of chipotle salad dressing, all presented on a marble surface.
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5 from 15 votes

Apple Chipotle Vinaigrette

This is an incredible Apple Chipotle Vinaigrette recipe that's loaded with flavor and a spicy apple twist. Use this Chipotle salad dressing to spice up any dish!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Author: Julie Blanner

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a food processor or blender, combine apples, jalapeño, garlic, peppers, sugar, rosemary and pepper. Pulse to combine.
    2 apples, 1 small jalapeño, 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar, 2 adobo peppers, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 sprig rosemary
    Ingredients including bell peppers, garlic, and herbs in a food processor, ready to be blended for chipotle vinaigrette.
  • Add vinegar and olive oil. Blend until combined.
    ½ cup apple cider vinegar, ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
    Top view of a blender filled with blended ingredients for chipotle vinaigrette, including bits of food visible through the clear lid, against a light background.
  • Toss with greens or refrigerate until serving.
    Top view of a food processor containing freshly made chipotle vinaigrette on a white background.

Notes

  • I like my apple chipotle vinaigrette on the mild side, so I remove the seeds and ribs of the jalapeños. If you want a spicier salad dressing, simply add half or all of the seeds and ribs.
  • If you wind up making a vinaigrette that is just too spicy, a squeeze of honey will help mellow it down.
  • This recipe will leave you with a leftovers from the can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Place the remainder of the can in a freezer-safe plastic storage bag, seal, label, and store flat in your freezer.

Substitutions and Variations

  • Apples - Try a sweet apple such as Honeycrisp or Gala, but feel free to use your favorite variety.
  • Jalapeño - You can substitute poblanos.
  • Garlic - If you're in a pinch and don't have minced garlic, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Sugar - Honey or agave can also be used in place of white granulated sugar. For a lower sugar vinaigrette, choose your favorite low carb sweetener. 

Storage Tips

This vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Shake vigorously before serving, as the ingredients might separate during storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 77IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.4mg