Sweet Basil Vinaigrette

4.26 from 27 votes

Looking for a new way to use fresh basil? Sweet Basil Vinaigrette is here for it. Sweet, tangy, and absolutely packed with fresh basil, this fresh green dressing is great on green salads, for dipping vegetables, or tossed into a pasta salad.

This makes about 1 cup of vinaigrette.

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Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Salad Dressing

Keyword: basil recipe, DIY vinaigrette, herb salad dressing, homemade dressing, homemade vinaigrette, salad dressing

Servings:

Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef

Cost: $3

Equipment

Food Processor or Immersion Blender

Ingredients

20 leaves Fresh Basil
2 teaspoons chopped Shallot (optional)
1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
1 Tablespoon Honey
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
3/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

Combine basil leaves, shallot, vinegar, honey, and salt in a jar (if using an immersion blender) or the bowl of a food processor or blender. Pulse or blend until evenly combined.
With the blades running, slowly add olive oil to the other ingredients. Blend until smooth.
Can be made up to 3 days ahead.

Notes

The vinaigrette may separate if made ahead and refrigerated. Just give it a good stir before serving.

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