Sweet & Sour Dressing

Sometimes the simplest things hit the hardest.

This no-cook dressing comes together in one bowl with a quick whisk. Maple syrup brings the sweetness without being cloying, red wine vinegar delivers the tang, and a little tomato paste gives it body and a warm, rosy color.

The sneaky ingredient? Worcestershire sauce. Just a splash adds that savory depth that makes people go “what IS that?" when they taste it on a salad.

Toss it over mixed greens, drizzle it on a grain bowl, or use it as a marinade for grilled vegetables. It keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week.

Kitchen Tips

• Swap maple syrup for light corn syrup if you want a more neutral sweetness. Maple adds a woodsy note that pairs especially well with fall salads.
• Shake it in a jar instead of whisking if you want it more emulsified. The oil and vinegar will stay blended longer that way.