Choose Your Own Flavor Herb Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, and marinades with this versatile "Choose Your Own Flavor Herb Vinaigrette" recipe! Customizable to your taste, this quick and easy vinaigrette combines the richness of extra virgin olive oil with your favorite vinegar—whether it’s tangy apple cider, bold balsamic, or classic red wine. Fresh herbs like basil, parsley, or dill lend vibrant, earthy notes, while a touch of Dijon mustard and honey (or maple syrup) provides a balanced depth of flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, this silky, homemade dressing is as adaptable as it is delicious—perfect for adding a gourmet touch to any meal. Make it your own and enjoy a fresh burst of flavor every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons vinegar of your choice (e.g., red wine, apple cider, balsamic)
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs of choice (e.g., basil, cilantro, parsley, dill, or thyme), chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, vinegar of your choice, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, and minced garlic.
Add the chopped fresh herbs, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
If the vinaigrette is too thick for your liking, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time to thin it out, stirring or shaking well after each addition.
Whisk the mixture vigorously with a fork or shake the jar until the ingredients are fully emulsified, and the vinaigrette looks smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or a touch of honey/maple syrup for sweetness, if needed.
Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If refrigerated, bring the vinaigrette to room temperature and shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.1 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 76 mg | 2% | |
*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.
