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Lingonberry Vinaigrette

Published: Sep 2, 2020 · Modified: Jan 11, 2021 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links.

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A close up of a jar of vinaigrette with a spoon

I'm always looking for new ways to put lingonberries to good use in my kitchen, particularly lingonberry preserves as I always have a jar in the fridge. We all know that lingonberry preserves are wonderful alongside Swedish meatballs or on top of Swedish pancakes, but did you know that they make a wonderful homemade vinaigrette?

Say hello to your new favorite Nordic-inspired salad dressing. Tangy and mustardy with just the right amount of zip, this Lingonberry Vinaigrette is a perky addition to just about any salad situation.

There are only four ingredients in this Lingonberry Vinaigrette, most of which you probably already have on hand:

  • Lingonberry preserves
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Dijon mustard
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
A bowl of vinaigrette with a whisk

Simply whisk together (see below for instructions) and season with salt and pepper. That's it! You are ready to pour this tangy vinaigrette over a bowl of fresh greens and get tossing.

How to Make a Vinaigrette at Home

Once you learn how to make vinaigrette at home, you will be hard-pressed to go back to the store bought variety. It's that good and that simple. There is just a bit of technique involved that will ensure a smooth, homogenous dressing every time:

  • Combine the vinegar, preserves and mustard together in a small bowl. Whisk throgouhly to combine.
  • Slowly, in a steady stream, add the olive oil while you continuously whisk the mixture together. This will help the vinaigrette emulsify and keep the oil from separating from the rest of the ingredients.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

That's all there is to it! Your vinaigrette will keep nicely in the fridge for a few days stored in an airtight container. Simply give it a shake before you are ready to serve and it's good to go.

Arugula salad in a bowl with a fork

I hope you give this delicious Lingonberry Vinaigrette a try! I think you'll love the way this tangy, tasty dressing brings a little Nordic life to your everyday salads. Looking for more Scandinavian-inspired salad ideas? Check these out:

  • Summer Harvest Barley Salad with Corn, Zucchini and Tomatoes
  • Creamy Cucumber Salad with Lemon and Dill
  • Herbed New Potato Salad with Pickled Golden Beets and Capers
  • Warm Barley Salad with Fresh Garden Herbs
  • Kale Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and Pecans
  • Grilled Summer Squash Salad with Rye Berries and Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
  • Pickled Beet Salad
  • Springtime Barley Salad with Asparagus, Red Pepper and Spinach
  • Golden Beets with Arugula, Lightly Pickled Shallots, Rye Berries and Herbed Skyr Sauce

And if you make this recipe, please let me know in the comments below what you thought! I always love hearing from you.

A close up of a jar of vinaigrette with a spoon

Lingonberry Vinaigrette

A tangy and delicious everyday vinaigrette made with lingonberry preserves.
5 from 2 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: salads
Cuisine: Nordic, Scandinavian
Keyword: homemade salad dresssing, homemade vinaigrette, how to make vinaigrette, vinaigrette recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 servings (¼ cup)
Calories: 91kcal
Author: Kristi

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon lingonberry preserves
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • Salad greens for serving

Instructions

  • Combine lingonberry preserves, mustard and vinegar in a small bowl.  Whisk thoroughly to combine.
  • Add olive oil in a slow, steady stream while continuously whisking the mixture.  Season to taste with salt and pepper.  Toss with salad greens and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. Dee Bray

    December 18, 2022 at 9:41 am

    5 stars
    Just made. Love it. Used champagne vinegar and 1/2 of the dijon (more for family taste). Lovely. Will serve over mixed greens, with pear, walnuts and our famous Humboldt Fog goat cheese.

    Reply
    • Kristi

      December 18, 2022 at 11:48 am

      Hi Dee,
      So glad you enjoyed it! One of my favorite easy, everyday ways to use lingonberries. Thank you for the comment!
      Kristi

      Reply
  2. Alicia

    August 29, 2023 at 11:26 pm

    5 stars
    Was looking for a lingonberry vinaigrette, and yours was PERFECT. So simple and good over beets/goat cheese/chicken and mixed greens. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply

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