Copycat Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette

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!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 152 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon water
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons lime juice
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• ⅛ teaspoon xanthan gum
• 10 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon coarsely cracked black pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 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.