Here’s a recipe for a delicious and versatile Passion Fruit Salad Dressing:
Ingredients:
- For the Base:
- ½ cup fresh passion fruit pulp (from 4-5 passion fruits)
- ¼ cup olive oil (or another light oil like avocado oil)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- For the Seasonings (Optional):
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard (for a touch of tang)
- ¼ teaspoon finely chopped shallot (for a savory note)
- A pinch of cayenne pepper (for a spicy kick)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Passion Fruit Pulp: Cut the passion fruits in half and scoop out the pulp with a spoon. Strain the pulp through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the seeds.
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Combine the Base Ingredients: In a bowl or jar, whisk together the passion fruit pulp, olive oil, lime juice, and honey until well combined.
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Season to Taste: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. You can also experiment with the optional seasonings listed above to create your desired flavor profile.
- For a Tangier Dressing: Add the Dijon mustard.
- For a Savory Touch: Include the chopped shallot.
- For a Spicy Kick: Sprinkle in a pinch of cayenne pepper (adjust the amount based on your spice preference).
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Emulsify (Optional): If you prefer a thicker and creamier dressing, you can emulsify it by dribbling in an additional tablespoon of olive oil while whisking continuously.
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Serve and Enjoy: Pour the dressing over your favorite salad greens and enjoy!
Tips:
- This dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week in an airtight container.
- You can adjust the amount of passion fruit pulp to control the sweetness and tartness of the dressing.
- If your passion fruit is very tart, you may want to increase the amount of honey or maple syrup.
- This dressing is versatile and can be used on a variety of salads, including fruit salads, green salads, and quinoa salads.
Enjoy creating and customizing your own delicious Passion Fruit Salad Dressing!