Basic Vinaigrette Dressing with 8 Variations
Elevate your salad game with this quick and versatile Basic Vinaigrette Dressing recipe, which comes together in just 5 minutes using pantry staples like extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and your choice of vinegar. Perfect for fresh greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls, this classic dressing strikes the ideal balance between tangy, sweet, and savory. With eight simple variations—from zesty Citrus Vinaigrette to bold Soy-Ginger Vinaigrette—you can easily customize it to suit any dish or craving. Whether you prefer a creamy twist, herby infusion, or spicy kick, this recipe is your go-to guide for dressing perfection. Shake up your meals with this fridge-friendly dressing that’s ready when you are!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Vinegar (such as red wine, white wine, or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a small bowl or jar, combine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper.
Whisk or shake until fully combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing. If using a jar, add the olive oil, cover, and shake vigorously until emulsified.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt, pepper, or sweetener.
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 706 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 18 mg | 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.
