Classic French Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads with this Classic French Vinaigrette, a timeless and versatile dressing that comes together in just 5 minutes! Made with high-quality extra-virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, zesty Dijon mustard, and a hint of sweetness from honey or sugar, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors. A touch of freshly minced garlic and a sprinkle of salt and pepper add depth, while optional water lets you adjust the consistency to your liking. Whisked to creamy perfection, this homemade vinaigrette pairs beautifully with mixed greens, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls. Easy to prepare and store, it’s your go-to dressing for a touch of French-inspired elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey or sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or sugar, finely minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture. The vinaigrette should become smooth and slightly thickened.
If the vinaigrette is too thick, whisk in 1 tablespoon of water to thin it out to your preferred consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to suit your preference.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a small jar or bottle for storage and shake well before each use.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1299 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 72 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.
