Balsamic Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads with the rich and velvety flavor of Balsamic Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette, a homemade dressing that combines the deep, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic with the tangy richness of balsamic vinegar. This recipe highlights simple yet sophisticated ingredients like honey, Dijon mustard, and high-quality olive oil to create a perfectly balanced vinaigrette that’s both creamy and zesty. With its easy blend-and-drizzle preparation, this versatile dressing pairs beautifully with crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade for proteins. Ready in under 45 minutes, including roasting time, this make-ahead vinaigrette will quickly become your go-to for adding gourmet flair to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 whole Garlic bulb
• 6 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice off the top of the garlic bulb, exposing the tops of the cloves. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the garlic and wrap it in aluminum foil.

Step 3

Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a blender or food processor.

Step 5

Add the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 6

Blend the mixture while slowly drizzling in the remaining 5 tablespoons of olive oil until the vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified.

Step 7

If the vinaigrette is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water and blend again to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(213.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	958.3

Total Fat 85.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1312.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 5.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 158.1mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 359.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.9%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 18.8%