Lemon Tarragon Vinegar

Elevate your cooking with the bright and herbaceous flavors of homemade Lemon Tarragon Vinegar! This easy, no-cook recipe combines the tangy zest of fresh lemon peel, the elegant aroma of fresh tarragon sprigs, and the optional depth of a lightly smashed garlic clove, all infused into smooth white wine vinegar. With just a few minutes of prep and a week of steeping, you'll have a versatile, gourmet condiment perfect for enhancing salad dressings, marinades, and finishing sauces. Crafted with pantry staples and minimal effort, this infused vinegar brings a burst of zesty sophistication to your kitchen, and its long shelf life ensures you'll savor its vibrant flavors for months.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups white wine vinegar
• 3 sprigs fresh tarragon sprigs
• 1 lemon lemon peel (zest, in strips, no pith)
• 1 clove garlic clove (optional, peeled and lightly smashed)
• 1 piece sterilized glass jar or bottle with lid

Directions

Step 1

Carefully sterilize your glass jar or bottle by washing it with hot, soapy water and drying it completely, or by rinsing it with boiling water and allowing it to air dry.

Step 2

Rinse the fresh tarragon sprigs under cool water and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to avoid adding additional moisture to the vinegar.

Step 3

Using a vegetable peeler, remove long strips of lemon peel from 1 lemon, being careful to avoid the bitter white pith.

Step 4

Place the prepared tarragon sprigs, lemon peel strips, and optional smashed garlic clove (if using) into the sterilized jar or bottle.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, gently warm the white wine vinegar over low heat until it is just warm, but not boiling. This will help the flavors infuse more quickly.

Step 6

Carefully pour the warmed vinegar into the jar or bottle over the tarragon, lemon peel, and garlic until all ingredients are fully submerged and the container is filled, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.

Step 7

Seal the jar or bottle tightly with its lid and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 8

Store the sealed vinegar in a cool, dark place for at least 1 week to allow the flavors to infuse. For optimal flavor, allow it to infuse for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

Once infused to your liking, strain the vinegar through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean, sterilized bottle to remove the solids, then reseal.

Step 10

Use your Lemon Tarragon Vinegar in salad dressings, marinades, or as a finishing touch for dishes. It can be stored for up to 3-4 months in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(991.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	111.0

Total Fat 0.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 1.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114.7mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 554.3mg	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: 13.8%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 65.2%