Easy All Purpose Vinagarette Dressing

Elevate your salads, marinades, and more with this Easy All-Purpose Vinaigrette Dressing—a simple yet flavorful blend that comes together in just 5 minutes! Featuring pantry staples like extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and a touch of Dijon mustard and honey, this versatile dressing strikes the perfect balance between savory, tangy, and subtly sweet. The addition of freshly minced garlic and black pepper lends a bold kick, while optional water allows you to customize its consistency to your liking. Perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even grain bowls, this homemade vinaigrette is a healthier, tastier alternative to store-bought dressings. With minimal prep and a fridge life of up to a week, this recipe is a must-have for meal prep and everyday cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 31/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until they are well combined.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking. This helps the dressing emulsify and blend smoothly.

Step 4

If the vinaigrette is too thick, add the water, one teaspoon at a time, and whisk until you achieve your desired consistency.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Transfer the vinaigrette to a clean jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well before serving.

Step 7

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(183.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1005.9

Total Fat 113.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1296.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 0.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 11.7mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 55.2mg	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: 97.1%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 2.8%