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Garlic Scape Dressing Vinaigrette

Garlic Scape Dressing Vinaigrette

A vibrant and pungent vinaigrette featuring the delicate, slightly garlicky flavor of fresh garlic scapes. Perfect for green salads or as a marinade.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Sauce & Dressing
Cuisine: American, Farm-to-Table
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Vinaigrette Ingredients
  • 1 bunch Garlic scapes (about 1 cup, trimmed)
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon water Optional, for thinning

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Trim off the tough bottom ends of the garlic scapes and roughly chop them.
  2. Combine the chopped garlic scapes, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor or high-speed blender.
  3. Pulse the ingredients several times until the scapes are finely minced and well combined with the vinegar mixture.
  4. With the food processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the dressing emulsifies and thickens slightly.
  5. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if necessary. If the dressing is too thick, add water, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
  6. Transfer the vinaigrette to an airtight jar. It can be used immediately or chilled for up to one week. Shake well before serving.

Notes

This vinaigrette is best used within 3 days for the brightest flavor. If you do not have a food processor, you can mince the scapes very finely by hand and whisk all ingredients together vigorously in a bowl.