Classic Vinegar Dressing
Elevate your salads with this quick and easy Classic Vinegar Dressing, a versatile homemade vinaigrette brimming with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, a touch of Dijon mustard, sweet honey, and a hint of fresh garlic, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between zesty and smooth. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s emulsified to creamy perfection with a simple whisking technique, ensuring a silky texture that clings beautifully to leafy greens or roasted vegetables. Seasoned with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, this recipe is a pantry-friendly staple you’ll want to keep on hand. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly—store in the fridge and shake to re-emulsify for a flavor-packed addition to your meals all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard. Whisk together until fully combined.
Add the honey and minced garlic to the mixture. Stir until the honey is dissolved.
Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking the mixture. This helps to emulsify the dressing, creating a smooth and consistent texture.
Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Whisk again to incorporate the seasoning.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or airtight container. Shake well before each use to ensure the ingredients are well mixed.
Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Stir or shake well before each use to mix the ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1297 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 33 mg | 1% | |
*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.
