Silky, sweet, earthy, and tangy — a balanced dressing that complements roasted sweet potatoes, grains, and greens beautifully.

Yield: ~⅓ cup (enough for 2–4 servings; easy to scale up)

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp Seeds of Wellness chia oil
• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup (or slightly-thinned honey)
• 2½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar (or try white balsamic or sherry vinegar for variation)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp finely minced shallot (adds visual character + flavor)
• Pinch sea salt + cracked black pepper

Optional (but wonderful):

• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped — adds herbal elegance without overpowering (or try ½ tsp dried thyme if batching)
• A few chia seeds for added texture and visual interest (½ tsp max per batch)

Directions

Whisk together chia oil, olive oil, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced shallot, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Stir in fresh thyme (if using) and optional chia seeds for texture. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before using.