How to Give a Salad a Balsamic Glaze (3 Steps)

Pairing the contents of a salad with the right flavor makes the difference between a bland and tasty appetizer or meal. Balsamic glaze combines the tangy taste of vinegar with the sweetness of caramelized sugar for a balanced topping that provides a spectrum of flavor. The texture of balsamic glaze is thicker than that of a typical dressing, creating a saucelike coating for salads. You can experiment with adding flavorings to balsamic glazes and by varying salad components, such as meat, fish, fruit, nuts and cheeses.

Things You'll Need

Brown sugar
Saucepan
Balsamic vinegar

Flavorings
Spoon
Bowl

Instructions

Pour 1 part brown sugar into a saucepan. Add 4 1/2 parts balsamic vinegar. Add flavorings of your choosing, such as cinnamon, clove, garlic or the zest of a citrus fruit.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, stirring continually until the mixture reduces and thickens into a glaze.
Remove the balsamic glaze from the heat and pour it into a bowl. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator until it reaches your desired temperature. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over salad. Toss the salad to coat its contents with the glaze.

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