Down Home Champagne Vinaigrette

Transform your salads and dishes with the vibrant flavor of Down Home Champagne Vinaigrette, a quick and easy homemade dressing that’s ready in just 10 minutes. This zesty recipe combines the elegance of champagne vinegar with the richness of extra-virgin olive oil, balanced perfectly by honey’s subtle sweetness and a tangy kick from Dijon mustard. Finely minced shallots and garlic add depth, while a hint of optional fresh thyme elevates the flavor profile for a gourmet twist. Whisked to creamy, emulsified perfection, this vinaigrette is as versatile as it is delicious—perfect for drizzling over crisp garden greens, roasted vegetables, or even grilled proteins. Simple yet sophisticated, this recipe is a must-have for elevating your culinary repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
• 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 small shallot, finely minced
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the champagne vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, shallot, garlic, salt, black pepper, and optional fresh thyme leaves.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture thoroughly until the honey and mustard are completely blended with the other ingredients.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth and emulsified vinaigrette.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (you can add more salt or honey depending on your preference).

Step 5

Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid for storage.

Step 6

Shake well before serving, and drizzle generously over your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(183.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	826.7

Total Fat 83.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1416.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 0.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 14.8mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 72.5mg	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: 88.9%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 10.7%