Originally posted by Modern-Day Ma on February 29, 2016
Smoked paprika, how I love thee, let me count the ways…
- On beans
- On meat
- In soup
- On salad
- In sauces
The list could go on and on. Suffice it to say, this gem makes it into my top-three favorite spices list. Anytime I am cooking Southwestern fare, I add a little dash for that deep, smoky flavor. It has nearly replaced traditional paprika in my kitchen, as there is rarely an occasion when I don’t want to add a little char.
This simple salad dressing is perfect for weekday lunches, company-over dinners and a killer pasta salad. I like to drizzle it over a bed of romaine or spinach topped with black beans, warm quinoa and queso fresco. If I have fresh tomatoes or cucumbers, I add plenty of each. Toss some up today. Yum!
Smoky Southwestern Salad Dressing
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup cup red wine vinegar
3/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp freshly-ground pepper
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
dash cayenne, optional
Combine all ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake to combine. Store in refrigerator for up to several weeks.
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