This oil-free Apple Cider Vinaigrette is the perfect versatile dressing for all of your fall salad or marinade needs. It comes together in just 5 minutes with basic pantry ingredients. AND it gives you an excuse to always have apple cider in your house – YUM!
It goes perfectly with my Vegan Fall Harvest Salad.
For more oil-free dressing options or sauce options, try this Oil-Free Vegan Tahini Dill Dressing or Oil-Free Garlic Tahini Dipping Sauce.
More recipes for apple lovers:
- Vegan Caramel Apples
- Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
- Vegan Apple Cinnamon Bread
- Vegan Apple Pie Crumble Bars
Why You’ll Love Oil-Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- Allergy-friendly – This apple cider vinaigrette is gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free, making it a safe bet for crowds.
- Whole Foods Plant Based – This recipe uses no oil and focuses on other whole foods, making it a healthier option than most store-bough dressings.
- Versatile – Use this as a classic salad dressing or use it to marinade veggies, tofu, or even chicken if you aren’t vegan. The options are endless!
Ingredients
- Apple cider – Fresh apple cider adds so much flavor to this recipe! It helps balance the acidity of the apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard, as well as adds a touch of sweetness.
- Apple cider vinegar – This gives the classic vinaigrette flavors.
- Maple syrup – Just a touch of maple syrup is used to balance the strong flavors in this recipe.
- Dijon mustard – Adds a ton of flavor.
- Garlic – Fresh minced is best for this recipe, but you can sub with garlic powder if you don’t have fresh.
- Salt & Pepper – Only a touch of salt is needed and the pepper adds some flavor as well.
How to Make Oil-Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Just add all of the ingredients into a small bowl or glass measuring cup. My favorite is a glass measuring cup with a pour spout for easy use immediately after making.
Mix with a whisk or fork until the mustard is evenly incorporated.
That’s it!
Use it to dress your favorite salads, marinate fall veggies, or even as a marinade for chicken if you aren’t vegan.
Enjoy!
How to Store Oil-Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- Fridge: Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
More Tips
- Not Vegan? Add some blue cheese to this dressing for a twist.
- Gluten-Free? This recipe is already gluten-free!
Oil-Free Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Equipment
- Small bowl or measuring cup
- Fork or small whisk
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp apple cider
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a small bowl or glass measuring cup. Mix with a small whisk or fork until evenly combined.
- Use right away or store in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.
- Enjoy!
Notes
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- Not Vegan? Add some blue cheese to this dressing for a twist.
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- Gluten-Free? This recipe is already gluten-free!
Nutrition
Please note, while all ingredients used in this recipe have been verified to be vegan and free of applicable allergens at the time of recipe creation, different brands may differ in their ingredients or processing procedures and may change their ingredients at any time. For some recipes, I do include ingredients that are processed in a facility that processes other allergens. Please make sure to check the ingredients and processing procedures for your specific purchases to ensure they meet your dietary needs.
Last Updated on February 14, 2025
Hello, may I sub apple juice instead of using cider?
Hi! Absolutely! Apple juice may yield a slightly sweeter flavor, but otherwise it’s a perfect sub for cider. I hope you enjoy!
This dressing is so easy to make and so delicious! I use it as a marinade for veggies too!
Love this dressing. Super easy and delicious!