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Home Recipes Course Lunch & Dinner Salads The BEST Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing
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The BEST Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing

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Posted:11/17/17
Updated:5/23/22
almond butter dressing in jar on table with almonds and balsamic vinaigrette in background
almond butter dressing in jar on table with almonds and balsamic vinaigrette in background

Have you tried almond butter dressing yet?? If not, you need to get on it. This Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing can be used in SO many ways – it’s a fan-favorite. Just six ingredients, vegan, paleo and can be made Whole30® friendly with one simple sweetener swap. 

This Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing can be used in SO many ways – it's a fan-favorite. Vegan, paleo and can be made Whole30 with one simple sweetener swap. 

So I feel a little bit on the lame side bringing just a salad dressing recipe to you but here me out…

This Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing is da bomb(dot)com. I’ve made this so many times I’ve lost count. What started out as a newfound love for balsamic dressings turned into a delicious concoction of combining one of my favorite nut butters with balsamic.

I’ve made numerous renditions with tiny variations but they’re basically all the same – AWESOME.

white bowl of salad topped with homemade dressing

I am fairly certain the first time I made this almond butter dressing was for this apple walnut salad.

And then I realized it went really well with brussels sprouts.

And then I made it with cashew butter for this kale & romaine salad. Also lovely. I actually made that salad when celebrating Canada’s Thanksgiving a couple of years ago and our friends were obsessed. I’m telling you, if you want people to try (and love) kale in salads, this almond butter dressing is the way to go.

I even got my father-in-law using it as a sauce for his steak one night.

And THEN I added it to this lovely festive side dish last year for Thanksgiving. Which basically brings us to present time. This balsamic almond butter dressing would be the perfect addition to your salad for any table.

The Best Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing

bottle of homemade dress with white bowl of greens in the background

Basic pantry ingredients needed

  • balsamic vinegar
  • pure maple syrup
  • almond butter (yes you can sub cashew butter!)
  • stone ground mustard
  • minced garlic
  • salt & pepper to taste
ingredients in measure cups and spoons - vinegar, almond butter, maple syrup, oil, and mustard

How to Make Almond Butter Balsamic Dressing

Everything gets mixed into a small food processor or blender (I use my NutriBullet).

You could also use garlic powder and whisk everything together in a bowl. Though I will say I prefer the blender route to get things nice and smooth – sometimes the almond butter is thick and harder to whisk/combine by hand.

Some ingredient swaps:

Maple Syrup – You could sub honey but may have to play with the ratio, as I am not sure honey is sweet enough on its own to help balance out the balsamic vinegar.  You can also sub 2 large pitted Medjool dates if looking for a Whole30 swap.

Almond Butter – I love swapping out the almond butter for cashew butter as well. If working with nut allergies, I assume sunflower seed butter would also taste pretty good! I just haven’t tried that myself. Tahini may be too strong for some, but if you like tahini (sesame seed butter) you can also sub that.

TIP: Don’t be afraid to taste test after blending. I like a good strong balsamic flavor but everyone has different taste buds. Feel free to play around a bit with the balsamic and maple syrup ratio and adjust to your liking.

white bowl of salad topped with homemade dressing and almonds

I hope you guys enjoy! Seriously this is one of my go-to recipes for everything from salads, roasted veggies and even as a chicken or steak sauce.

Let me know if you make it by leaving a comment and rating below! Xx Ashley

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This Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing can be used in SO many ways – it's a fan-favorite. Vegan, paleo and can be made Whole30 with one simple sweetener swap. 
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Have you tried almond butter dressing yet?? If not, you need to get on it. This Balsamic Almond Butter Dressing can be used in SO many ways – it’s a fan-favorite. Just six ingredients, vegan, paleo and can be made Whole30 with one simple sweetener swap.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 8oz bottle 1x
  • Category: salads
  • Method: food processor
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 3 TBS balsamic vinegar*
  • 1.5 TBS extra virgin olive oil**
  • 3 TBS maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup creamy almond butter (or sub cashew butter)
  • 1.5 TBS stoneground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 2–4 TBS water, to thin for desired consistency

Instructions

  1.  Add all ingredients to small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. I typically add 3 tablespoons. Alternatively you could whisk in medium bowl, but using a blender or food processor is best. 
  2. Taste test the dressing to make sure you’re alright with the vinegar-sweetness ratio, adding more sweetener or more balsamic to taste.
  3. Serve with salads, roasted veggies, or even as a chicken or steak sauce.
  4. Store salad dressing in covered jar in refrigerator up to 1 week. Dressing may get thick after sitting in fridge You can add a little bit of water and stir well with spoon before using.

Notes

*Adjust according to taste. I like a good balsamic vinegar taste but if you’d like you can use less, or even a touch more if you prefer strong. You can also balance out with more or less maple syrup.

**Could sub avocado, almond oil, or even pumpkin seed oil.  

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8th
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 181mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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About Ashley

"Ashley Walterhouse is the founder of Fit Mitten Kitchen, based in the Greater Lansing Area of Michigan, AKA “the Mitten.” Ashley grew up as a picky eater but later discovered that eating healthy was actually easy and fun. She started FMK in 2015 as a way to share her newfound love of developing healthier recipes for all to enjoy."

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  1. Dulcie says

    2/16/2022 at 12:10 pm

    Oh my! This was amazing. I am now pondering all the ways I will use this.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      2/16/2022 at 2:12 pm

      Isn’t it delicious?! I am so glad you like it. It’s one of my favorite dressings and it goes with so many dishes and salads!

      Reply
  2. Jessica Moreau says

    6/23/2022 at 11:34 am

    YES!!! would have never thought of mixing almond butter with balsamic but this was 10/10. Paired it with strawberry salad!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      6/23/2022 at 12:09 pm

      Glad you like it! One of my favorites too 🙂 Thank you for the feedback and review!

      Reply
  3. Beth G says

    9/5/2022 at 8:24 pm

    Made this tonight and put it over grilled chicken, green bean amandine and quinoa bowls. It was amazing. Can’t wait to try it on other stuff!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      10/20/2022 at 2:21 pm

      Thank you Beth! Glad you love.

      Reply
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