Simple Vinaigrette Dressing
Elevate your salads with this quick and flavorful Simple Vinaigrette Dressing—a must-have recipe for home cooks seeking a fresh, homemade touch. Made with pantry staples like extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a whisper of honey, this dressing strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and subtly sweet flavors. A hint of finely minced garlic adds depth, while freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt round out the seasoning. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile vinaigrette is perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even grain bowls. It’s an effortless, healthier alternative to store-bought dressings, and it keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to a week. Make every meal shine with this classic homemade vinaigrette!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Whisk the ingredients together briskly if using a bowl, or shake the jar vigorously until the mixture is emulsified and fully combined.
Step 3
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a bit more honey for sweetness, vinegar for acidity, or salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or whisk before each use if the dressing separates.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (72.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 396.9 |
| Total Fat 41.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 707.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.7g | |
| Protein 0.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 33.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories