Who needs canned tomato sauce? Ready in mere minutes, a dash of balsamic vinegar makes this budget-friendly spaghetti dish stand out from the rest.
Don't forget onions as a dish on their own. Grilling brings out their sweetness, balanced by the balsamic vinegar seasoning to make a great side dish for grilled meats.
A vinegar sauce sounds like it could be too tart for beans, but, because balsamic vinegar is naturally sweeter, it adds a caramel note and a glossy glaze to the beans.
Mild and fruity white balsamic vinegar lends sweetness to this refreshing melon salad. No white balsamic? Whisk 2 tbsp (25 mL) white wine vinegar with 1 tsp (5 mL) granulated sugar.
Looking for a new flavour combination for a party dip? Here, eggplant and mild roasted garlic are accented with fresh herbs and balsamic vinegar. Serve with crackers, thin slices of toasted bread, breadsticks or vegetables.
The best part about this roast is that it's mostly hands-off once the initial prep is done. The balsamic vinegar loses its bite as it cooks and becomes a sweet coating on the grapes and shallots.
Gooey goat cheese and rich, sweet balsamic vinegar…and bok choy? You bet. This super-fun twist on ingredients that are normally considered Italian just works. We dare you to try it and tell us we're wrong.
We've given Korean short ribs a Canadian touch by marinating them in a sweet, tangy blend of balsamic vinegar, maple syrup and Dijon. Korean-style ribs are sliced super thin, so they soak up the flavours and cook in minutes.
To create this decadent tart, sweet spring bulb onions get cozy with mustard, balsamic vinegar and honey. A generous shower of Gruyere cheese over the pastry ensures a crisp, golden-bottomed crust. Serve with a simple tossed salad or grilled asparagus.
Steak and strawberries? So you might ask with part surprise, part trepidation. However, much like a relish or chutney, the sweet-and-sour mélange of balsamic vinegar and strawberries makes a fine companion to the peppery beef. Serve with Micro-Grilled Fries.
