Elevate your everyday salads with this light, flavorful Versatile Vinaigrette! Whisked with savory vegetable broth, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of black pepper, this house dressing delivers the perfect balance of tang and body without heavy calories or excess fat.
Ready in just 8 minutes, this low-GI dressing contains only 10 calories and 2g of carbs per 2-tablespoon serving. It’s an ideal staple for PCOS and insulin resistance management, adding vibrant Mediterranean flavor to your greens, fresh tomatoes, and cucumbers while keeping your blood sugar stable.
Glycemic Index Profile
| Ingredient | Glycemic Index (GI) | Glycemic Impact / Role |
| Vegetable Broth | Very Low (< 15) | Savory base that creates volume and body without adding significant carbs or sugar. |
| Red Wine Vinegar | 0 | Supplies acetic acid, which slows carbohydrate digestion and supports glucose stability. |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 0 | Provides healthy monounsaturated fats to enhance fat-soluble nutrient absorption. |
| Cornstarch & Sugar | Low (Minimal Load) | Portioned across 8 servings to add thickness and balance acidity with negligible glucose impact. |
Synergistic Effect
The acetic acid from the red wine vinegar combined with extra virgin olive oil slows the rate at which food leaves the stomach. When poured over fiber-rich vegetables, this dressing helps blunt glycemic responses and promotes optimal nutrient absorption.
Insulin-Smart Versatile Vinaigrette (Light & Zero-Spike)
Description
Enjoy a batch of homemade Versatile Vinaigrette! Made with vegetable broth, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and light seasoning. Specially formulated for PCOS, insulin resistance, and clean, low-calorie salad dressings.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Combine broth and cornstarch in a small saucepan, stirring with a whisk. Bring broth mixture to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and chill. Stir before using Yield: 1 cup (serving size: 2 tablespoons).
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 10kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Sodium 161mg7%
- Potassium 8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
- Sugars 2g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This dressing has some thickness to it while remaining light and wholesome. Perfect on tomato, cucumber, and feta.
