Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

drizzling vinaigrette into a small glass jar

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Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Tart, sweet, and incredibly versatile, Balsamic Vinaigrette is an easy homemade dressing perfect for any salad.

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Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Salad Dressing

Keyword: DIY vinaigrette, homemade dressing, homemade vinaigrette

Servings:

Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef

Cost: $4.00

Equipment

Whisk
Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

1 clove Garlic, grated or minced (optional)
3 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Honey (see note)
1/2 teaspoon Dried Herbs (optional, see note)
1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
Fresh Cracked Black Pepper

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl or glass jar, whisk together garlic, balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, and dried herbs. Slowly add in 1/3 cup olive oil while whisking. (Note: You can also combine all ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake it well or blend everything using a blender.)
Whisk in salt and some black pepper.
Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Dried Herbs - Dried herbs are optional but can be used to add an extra dimension of flavor to the vinaigrette. Try adding dried oregano or basil for an Italian-style salad dressing.

Honey - Feel free to substitute another sweetener like sugar, maple syrup, or agave. You can omit the sweetener if you’d like (most balsamic vinegars have some natural sweetness).

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