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Flaxseed Herb Dressing

Sauce / dressing

Contributed by: BMC's Teaching Kitchen

Dressing

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Having dressing on hand makes it easy to fix of a delicious salad. This dressing has some nutritious ingredients for a nutritional boost: flax seeds (omega 3 fatty acids good for brain and immune-system health) and herbs. 

Serves:
8 Tablespoons servings
Total Time:
10 minutes
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
5 minutes

Ingredients


Oil - ½ cup flaxseed oil or olive oil Lemon_juice - ¼ cup lemon juice Vinegar - ¼ cup cider vinegar Flax_seeds - 2 Tablespoons Herbs - 2 Tablespoons fresh herbs (such as basil, oregano, parsley, chives) or 1 Tablespoon dry herbs Garlic - 1 clove garlic, minced, or ½ teaspoon powdered Sugar - 1 teaspoon sugar or sugar substitute Salt - ½ teaspoon salt Pepper - ¼ teaspoons ground pepper

Instructions

Step 1
Put all ingredients in blender and mix until thick and smooth. Refrigerate.

Notes

* Flaxseeds must be blended or crushed to reap the benefits.

 

Flaxseeds are loaded with heart-healthy Omega-III fats. Try this dressing on a crispy green salad or in a whole grain pasta salad.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size:
8 serving
Calories:
130 Calories
Fat:
6
Saturated Fat:
1
Carbohydrates:
Net Carb: 0
Dietary Fiber:
0
Protein:
0
Sodium:
120

Dietary Restrictions

Vegan