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This quick and easy Pumpkin Salad Dressing is perfect for Fall. The dressing has a slight maple flavor and pairs great with salads and vegetables. Ready in only 10 minutes!
Holy Pumpkin Bateman! This Maple Pumpkin Salad Dressing is sweet, creamy and adds the perfect Fall touch to loads of dishes. This dressing is very simple to make and only takes 10 minutes to prep, and no cooking required. The dressing also requires minimal ingredients, most of which can be found at any ole' grocery store.
I love pairing this pumpkin and maple dressing with my Fall Harvest Salad or a big plate of roasted veggies. This is sure to be a hit with all you pumpkin lovers out there!
Ingredient Notes
Maple Sugar: Maple sugar adds the perfect amount of sweetness to this dressing without overpowering the pumpkin. If you cannot find maple sugar you can substitute in brown sugar, or leave it out completely if you are avoiding added sugars.
Pumpkin: I like to use canned pumpkin, because it is readily available and easier overall. You can use a homemade pumpkin puree in its place if you wish, this will add more time to the recipe. Also, make sure you are using pure pumpkin and NOT pumpkin pie filling.
Why You will OBSESS over this Dressing
Quick & Easy: Ready in Only 10 Minutes!
Fall Favorite
Minimal Ingredients Required
Instructions
- Add all ingredients (except the olive oil) to a blender or food processor.
- Blend on medium speed for 1 minutes until smooth and well combined. The dressing will be thick.
- Turn the blender on low and slowly add in the olive oil. Once olive oil is in increase speed to medium until well combined. The mixture should not separate.
- Taste and adjust seasoning is desired, then serve with salad or recipe of choice. Enjoy!
How to Store Leftover Dressing
Store leftover pumpkin vinaigrette in an airtight container (mason jar or salad dressing jar work well) and store in the fridge for up to one week. Stir/shake the dressing before using.
Pro Tips
Add the Oil Slowly: I recommend adding the oil in slowly to the rest of the ingredients. This will help the dressing become hom*ogeneous and prevent separation.
Blend Don't Shake: Unlike other dressing recipes where you can just add everything together and shake, this pumpkin dressing requires blending. If you just shake everything together the olive oil will not fully incorporate leaving the dressing a strange texture.
Too Thick: I prefer my dressing on the more creamy side. For a more true vinaigrette texture you can add a but more olive oil to make the dressing less thick. Add a little at a time until the dressing is at your desired texture.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
This Ninja Foodi Blender is perfect for this dressing and leaves the perfect creamy texture. A food processor or similar blender will also work.
I like to store my leftover dressing in a salad dressing shaker or mason jar.
FAQS
What are the main components of a vinaigrette?
A vinaigrette usually consists of3 parts of oil to 1 part of vinegar whisked into an emulsion. Other herbs and spices like salt, pepper, thyme or garlic depending on the desired flavor profile.
What pairs well with pumpkin dressing?
I love pairing this pumpkin dressing recipe with a Fall Harvest Salad, roasted brussels sprouts, asparagus, or even with some mashed sweet potato.
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Homemade Pumpkin Maple Salad Dressing
Caitlyn Erhardt
This quick and easy Pumpkin Salad Dressing is perfect for Fall. The dressing has a slight maple flavor and pairs great with salads and vegetables. Ready in only 10 minutes!
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Servings
Calories 175 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Pumpkin Puree
- ½ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- ⅓ Cup Maple Syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 1-2 tablespoon Maple Sugar
- ¾ teaspoon Sea Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- ¾ teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- ½ teaspoon Herbs de Provence
- 1 Cup Olive Oil
Instructions
Add all ingredients (except the olive oil) to a blender or food processor. Blend on medium speed for 1 minutes until smooth and well combined. The dressing will be thick.
Turn the blender on low and slowly add in the olive oil. Once olive oil is in increase speed to medium until well combined. The mixture should not separate. Taste and adjust seasoning is desired, then serve with salad or recipe of choice. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftover Storage: Store leftover pumpkin dressing in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to one week. Stir/shake the dressing before using.
Maple Sugar: If you cannot find maple sugar you can substitute in brown sugar, or leave it out completely if you are avoiding added sugars.
Thickness Note: I prefer my dressing on the more creamy side. For a more true vinaigrette texture you can add a but more olive oil to make the dressing less thick. Add a little at a time until the dressing is at your desired texture.
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Nutrition
Calories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 8.4gProtein: 0.3gFat: 16.9gSaturated Fat: 2.4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 127mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 6.6gCalcium: 15mgIron: 0mg
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Comments
Jac
Never thought of using pumpkin for a salad dressing. Great idea! Having my first pumpkin of the season delivered with my shopping later, so excited to try this recipe 🙂Reply
Caitlyn Erhardt
It is so yummy, hope you enjoy!
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Petro
My mouth is watering right now, this dressing sounds so delicious! I cannot wait to try it in my salads!Reply
Caitlyn Erhardt
Hope you enjoy when you make it!
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Tavo
I guess I am not the only one, but I am making everything with pumpkin these days; I love this season. I certainly hadn't tried making a dressing, and I was delighted! My simple salad was elevated to something truly unique.Reply
Caitlyn Erhardt
I am def in the pumpkin mood all the time right now! Glad you liked it!
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Mandy
This pumpkin dressing was so delicious and easy to make!Reply
Caitlyn Erhardt
Glad you liked it!
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veenaazmanov
Need to definitey give this a try. Very interesting combination of ingredients and flavors.Reply
Caitlyn Erhardt
Hope you enjoy when you make it 🙂
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