Spicy Mediterranean vinaigrette

Recipe Information

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds 

• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 

• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin 

• 1/2 cup carrot juice 

• 2 tablespoons golden raisins 

• 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 

• 4 sprigs fresh cilantro 

• 1 tablespoon nonfat plain yogurt 

• 1 teaspoon honey 

• 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper 

• 1/4 teaspoon salt 

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 

Directions

• In a small dry skillet, heat the first three ingredients (mustard seeds, coriander, and cumin) over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant. Pour the carrot juice into the skillet, and simmer until the juice is reduced by half (about 3 minutes).

• Pour the hot seasoned carrot juice into a blender, and add raisins. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes.

• Add the vinegar, cilantro, yogurt, honey, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper. Blend the ingredients until mixed well. Add the oil and continue blending until smooth. Serve with a variety of leafy greens.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 55 cal

• Fat: 5g

• Saturated Fat: 1g

• Monounsaturated Fat: 4g

• Cholesterol: 0mg

• Sodium: 53mg

• Carbohydrate: 3g

• Fiber: 0g

• Protein: 0g