Everyday Vinaigrette with Lots of Variations

Elevate your salads and dishes with this quick and versatile recipe for Everyday Vinaigrette with Lots of Variations. Ready in just 5 minutes, this classic vinaigrette strikes the perfect balance of tangy, creamy, and slightly sweet, featuring a base of extra-virgin olive oil, your choice of vinegar (red wine, apple cider, or balsamic), and a touch of Dijon mustard. Customize it to suit your tastes by adding minced garlic for depth, or a splash of lemon juice for brightness. With options for sweetness—honey or maple syrup for a vegan twist—plus endless possibilities to experiment with flavors, this foolproof dressing will quickly become your go-to for salads, roasted veggies, marinades, and more. Whisk it up in a bowl or shake it in a mason jar, and enjoy its simplicity and fresh, homemade flavor. Perfect for meal prep, it can be stored for up to a week, making it as convenient as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp Vinegar (e.g., red wine, white wine, apple cider, or balsamic)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 1 clove Minced garlic (optional)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.125 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp Lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl or a mason jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic (if using), salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using).

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients in the bowl vigorously until emulsified, or seal the mason jar with its lid and shake well until the mixture is blended and slightly thickened.

Step 3

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or a touch more vinegar/honey, according to your preferences.

Step 4

Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk again before each use, as separation is natural.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(79.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	398.5

Total Fat 41.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 708.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 0.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 8.4mg	0%
Iron 0.2mg	0%
Potassium 35.1mg	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: 92.3%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 7.4%