Toasted Hazelnut and Pear Dressing

This oil-free autumn dressing pairs well with our Brussels Sprout Salad.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup (60 ml) sherry vinegar
• 1 cup (240 ml) cold water
• 1 (200 g) pear, quartered, seeded
• ½ medium (15 g) shallot, peeled
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 6 (40 g) dates, pitted
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ lemon, peeled
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, optional
• ½ cup (65 g) hazelnuts

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
2. Run the Dips & Spreads Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 60 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades. Refrigerate until chilled before serving.

Nutrition

1 serving (30g)

• Calories: 35

• Total Fat: 2g

• Total Carbohydrate: 4g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 2g

• Protein: 1g

• Cholesterol: 3.03mg

• Sodium: 95mg