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Creamy Dijon Dill Dressing

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Still accepting that it’s July already, where is 2019 going? It is also my virtual Friday because I am taking actual Friday off, so woohoo for a 4-day weekend! I think I need it too because I did not want to get out of bed this morning and was envious of Miko snoring away while I got ready for work.

Hopefully it will be a productive 4 days too of catching up on house work.

I love asparagus, but sometimes draw a blank on cooking them in a healthy way. Hubby likes to air fry them, but I discovered they’re delicious grilled in a counter top griddler before topping a salad.

They get perfect grill marks and cooked to a great texture that works served whole or chopped into a salad. And I love pairing Dijon with asparagus. Way back in my non-vegan days, I had a great recipe for Dijon dill salmon. But why not a Dijon dill summer asparagus salad? This recipe is simple to whip up in a blender and can be very thick and creamy.

Creamy Dijon Dill Dressing

  • 3 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp. dried dill
  • ½ cup shelled hemp seeds
  • 2 tbsp. Tahini
  • 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup water as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and blend to a smooth and creamy texture. Serve and enjoy! Makes 4 servings.

I tried to make the salad pretty, but it’s the summery flavor combo that really sings.

Dill and Dijon make such a great combo in this decadent blend without oil and the creamy texture coats beautifully.

Celebrate grilled summer veggies with this great dressing or dip.

Comments

  1. I so feel you about it already being July! Where has the year gone?

    Asparagus are my favorites! I love to grill them with a little bit of oil and lemon juice. Delicious!

    That dressing looks yummy! I don’t think I ever combined Dijon mustard with tahini, but love the idea!

    Happy 4th of July to you!

    • Yes, crazy how time flies! I need to try lemon juice next, thanks! Mmmm, tahini adds a perfect creamy texture to Dijon! Happy 4th to you too!

  2. Lovely! I was surprised to see a fresh batch of asparagus landing in stores now, but I’m certainly not complaining. I’m lazy and usually just toss them in the oven to roast. Grilling is a much better idea this time of year, especially if you can do it outside and keep the kitchen cool!