Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this easy-to-make Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette, a balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes that will delight your taste buds. Made with high-quality balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, a hint of honey, and freshly minced garlic, this homemade vinaigrette offers a rich, velvety texture and a wholesome alternative to store-bought dressings. Crafted in just 10 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. With its simple yet flavorful ingredients, it’s versatile enough to complement leafy greens, grilled veggies, or even marinate your favorite proteins. Store it in a jar for up to a week and enjoy freshly whisked perfection at your table every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 9 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Add the balsamic vinegar to the mixture and whisk thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined and the salt is dissolved.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking the mixture to emulsify the ingredients into a smooth vinaigrette.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to adjust the balance of flavors according to your taste preference.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a small glass jar or a salad dressing container with a tight-fitting lid.
Store the vinaigrette in the refrigerator and shake well before using. The dressing can be stored for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.0 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1308 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 131 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.
