Vanilla Vinaigrette

Elevate your salad game with this luxuriously smooth and aromatic Vanilla Vinaigrette, a unique twist on a classic dressing! Infused with the delicate flavor of fresh vanilla bean, this light and velvety vinaigrette perfectly balances the tang of white wine vinegar with the subtle sweetness of honey and the faint kick of Dijon mustard. Made effortlessly in just 10 minutes, the silky emulsion of extra virgin olive oil ties the flavors together, creating a versatile dressing that pairs beautifully with leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even fresh fruit salads. Whether you're crafting an elegant dinner party dish or a quick weekday lunch, this homemade vanilla vinaigrette is sure to impress with its unexpected and delightful flavor profile.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole Vanilla bean
• 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 6 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with the back of the knife.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the vanilla bean seeds, white wine vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to create an emulsified mixture.

Step 4

Add the salt, ground black pepper, and water, and whisk again until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Transfer the vinaigrette to a small jar or container and refrigerate if not using immediately. Shake well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(167.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	815.8

Total Fat 85.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 708.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 0.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 7.7mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 72.5mg	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: 91.2%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 8.7%