Parmesan Dijon Vinaigrette

Transform your salads and dishes with the bold, tangy sophistication of Parmesan Dijon Vinaigrette—a quick and delicious recipe that combines pantry staples and fresh ingredients for an unforgettable flavor boost. This homemade vinaigrette blends rich extra-virgin olive oil, zesty red wine vinegar, creamy Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory, nutty depth that sets this dressing apart. The addition of minced garlic and black pepper rounds out the flavor profile with a subtle kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile vinaigrette can be customized to your preferred consistency and stored for future use. Perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, this Parmesan Dijon Vinaigrette is a must-have recipe to elevate everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 unit Garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional, to adjust consistency)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Whisk the mixture well until smooth and the ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the vinaigrette.

Step 4

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until evenly distributed throughout the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey as needed.

Step 6

If the vinaigrette is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time to reach your desired consistency, whisking well after each addition.

Step 7

Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container for storage, or use immediately on your favorite salad or dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(266.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1364.9

Total Fat 138.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 47.6mg	0%
Sodium 2434.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 22.9g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 666.1mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 138.5mg	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: 90.6%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 2.8%