Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and roasted veggies with this irresistible Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, a flavorful dressing that brings savory richness to every bite. Crafted with crispy bacon, sautéed shallots, and garlic, this recipe combines tangy red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for a perfectly balanced sweetness. Whisked together with olive oil and seasoned to perfection, it delivers a warm, aromatic finish that enhances everything from fresh greens to grilled proteins. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy homemade vinaigrette is sure to become a new favorite. Perfect for adding a touch of indulgence to weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 1 medium shallot
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

1. Place the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the pan and set it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Reserve about 3 tablespoons of the rendered bacon fat in the skillet and discard the rest.

Step 2

2. While the bacon is cooling, finely mince the shallot and garlic.

Step 3

3. Return the skillet with the bacon fat to medium-low heat. Add the minced shallot and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

4. Stir in the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, whisking to combine with the sautéed shallot and garlic.

Step 5

5. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.

Step 6

6. Crumble the cooled bacon into small pieces and stir it into the vinaigrette.

Step 7

7. Season with black pepper and salt to taste, keeping in mind that the bacon may add its own saltiness.

Step 8

8. Serve the vinaigrette warm over your favorite salad greens, roasted vegetables, or grilled proteins. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and rewarm gently before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(189.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	580.2

Total Fat 45.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 47.5mg	0%
Sodium 1519.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 46.3mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 428.8mg	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: 72.0%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 15.6%