38 Balsamic-Kissed Recipes

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38 Balsamic-Kissed Recipes2/38 Balsamic Chicken 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Herbed Balsamic Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our kitchen is tiny and cramped, so we try to grill simple (but tasty) meals outside as often as possible during the summer months. Dried herbs work as well, but during the summer use fresh herbs for the best taste. —Kelly Evans, Denton, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh with 2 teaspoons sauce: 245 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 358mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g

sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. 3/38 Teriyaki Steak 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Teriyaki Steak Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My brother-in-law, Stanley, gave me this recipe more than 30 years ago. He was an officer in the Army, and his fellow officers considered this flavorful steak a high-demand dish. —Dan Mayer, Olney, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 408 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 1572mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein. 4/38

Cod with Bacon & Balsamic Tomatoes 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cod with Bacon & Balsamic Tomatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Let’s face it, everything really is better with bacon. I fry it, add cod fillets to the pan and finish it all with a big, tomato-y pop. —Maureen McClanahan, St. Louis, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 1/4 cup tomato mixture and 1 tablespoon bacon: 178 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 485mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable

protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable. 5/38 White Balsamic Vinaigrette Test Kitchen Approved White Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 3/4 cup Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This white balsamic vinaigrette offers a milder taste in salad dressings. Less sweet than its traditional counterpart, balsamic vinegar, this salad dressing’s subtle flavors make it versatile and easy to add to any dish. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 182 calories, 18g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber),

That’s one of the secrets to why it tastes so delicious!

0 protein. 6/38 Balsamic Asparagus Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For this asparagus salad, allow enough time to let the flavors blend for at least an hour. That’s one of the secrets to why it tastes so delicious! If you’re short on time, use 1/2 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette instead of making it from scratch. —Dolores Brigham, Inglewood, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 139 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 fat

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 fat. 7/38 Creamy Polenta with Balsamic Glaze 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This delicious, easy side dish goes incredibly well with braised meat. It makes any meal feel a little more elevated. —Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup polenta with 1 tablespoon glaze: 415 calories, 25g fat (16g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 494mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. 8/38 Chicken Quinoa Bowl 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Quinoa

Plus the fresh spring flavors really shine through!

Bowls with Balsamic Dressing Recipe photo by Diana Rattray for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love this recipe because its simplicity allows me to spend time with my family while not sacrificing taste or nutrition. Plus the fresh spring flavors really shine through! —Allyson Meyler, Greensboro, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 491 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 715mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 6g fiber), 42g protein. 9/38 Balsamic Steak with Red Grape Relish 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Balsamic Steak with Red

Everything looks gorgeous on the plate

Grape Relish Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love how steak marinated in balsamic vinaigrette goes so well with a relish of red grapes and blue cheese. Everything looks gorgeous on the plate. —Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked beef with 3/4 cup relish and 1 tablespoon vinaigrette: 332 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 659mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 10/38 Roasted Pepper Salad 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Pepper Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this colorful salad for a 4-H project and took it all the way to the state competition, where it won first place! I’d love to have my own Italian restaurant someday.—Seth Murdoch, Red Rock, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 346 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 196mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein. 11/38 Roasted Balsamic Red Potatoes 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Balsamic Red Potatoes Recipe photo by

It was fantastic!

Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I found a potato recipe that called for vinegar, I was intrigued. But without all the ingredients on hand, I had to improvise and gave it a whirl using Italian seasoning and balsamic vinegar. It was fantastic! —Lisa M. Varner, El Paso, TX Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 159 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 12/38 Apple-Roasted Pork with Cherry Balsamic Glaze 4 Reviews Contest

Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I added roasted apples, cherries and onions to turn ordinary pork into an impressive dish. There is a short time span between caramelized onions and burned ones, so pay close attention once they start cooking. —Josh Downey, McHenry, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 387 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 498mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 3g fiber), 34g protein. 13/38 Balsamic Chicken & Pears 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Balsamic Chicken & Pears Recipe photo by Taste

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit

of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pears and dried cherries go amazingly well with chicken and balsamic vinegar. It’s easy enough to make for a weeknight meal, but you can also dress it up for company. —Marcia Whitney, Gainesville, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1/3 cup sauce and 4 pear wedges: 335 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit. 14/38 Balsamic Herb Vinaigrette 1 Review Test Kitchen

A variety of savory seasonings gives this recipe a tangy kick

Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2-1/4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Balsamic vinaigrette is a classic, versatile dressing. A variety of savory seasonings gives this recipe a tangy kick. It’s the perfect complement to a bed of fresh greens. —Edgar Wright, Silver Spring, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 199 calories, 19g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 15/38 White Balsamic Blueberry, Corn and Feta Salad 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Jim Wieland for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m not typically a huge fan of summer corn, but when it comes to this sweet, salty, refreshing salad, I can’t put my fork down. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 133 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 16/38 Balsamic-Seasoned Steak 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This simple recipe ensures a tender steak without a long marinating

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat

time. Steak sauce and balsamic vinegar are a great team, and you can’t go wrong with melty Swiss on top. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked beef with 1/2 ounce cheese: 188 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 17/38 Pressure-Cooker Autumn Apple Chicken 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Autumn Apple Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fill the whole house with the

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