Balsamic Mustard Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this quick and flavorful Balsamic Mustard Salad Dressing, a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes that’s ready in just 5 minutes. Combining the rich, velvety depth of balsamic vinegar with the sharpness of Dijon mustard, a hint of honey for sweetness, and a smooth drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this homemade dressing is both simple and sophisticated. Freshly minced garlic adds a bold kick, while a pinch of salt and ground black pepper enhance every layer of flavor. Made with pantry staples, this versatile dressing is ideal for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade for meats. Whip it up fast and store it in a jar to have fresh, preservative-free salad dressing on hand anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk constantly. This will help emulsify the dressing and create a smooth texture.
Add the minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixture. Whisk again until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more olive oil for a milder flavor or more balsamic vinegar for extra tang.
Pour the dressing into a clean jar or bottle with a lid for storage, or use immediately to dress your salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 948 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% | |
*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.
