Mediterranean Diet Classic Sauce Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Sauce Vinaigrette, a quick and flavor-packed homemade dressing that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and a touch of Dijon mustard and honey for balance, this recipe brings the fresh, bold flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in just 10 minutes. Infused with minced garlic and aromatic dried oregano, it’s a savory masterpiece that pairs perfectly with leafy greens, grain bowls, or grilled seafood. This easy-to-make vinaigrette is not only a pantry staple but also a wholesome choice aligned with the principles of the Mediterranean diet. Simply whisk, shake, and store—ready to transform your meals with every drizzle!

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard until well combined.

Step 3

Add the honey to the vinegar mixture and whisk until the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 4

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while constantly whisking to emulsify the dressing.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to the mixture and whisk thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the vinaigrette to a sealable jar or container. Shake well before each use.

Step 8

Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring to room temperature and shake before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(225.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1076.7

Total Fat 115.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1528.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 0.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 24.5mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 90.0mg	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: 92.8%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 7.0%