Creamy Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
Transform your salads with this creamy vinaigrette salad dressing, a luscious twist on a classic favorite. Made with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, tangy white wine vinegar, a hint of Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for sweetness, this dressing is elevated by the addition of velvety heavy cream. Finely minced garlic infuses bold flavor, while freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt round out this perfectly balanced dressing. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings alike. Drizzle it over crisp greens, use it as a dip for fresh vegetables, or toss it with grains for a gourmet touch. Whisk to creamy perfection, adjust the thickness to your taste, and store it easily for up to 5 days—this versatile, homemade salad dressing will redefine your mealtime routine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 piece garlic clove, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic until fully combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth and emulsified base for the dressing.
Add the heavy cream to the mixture and whisk until the dressing takes on a creamy consistency.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
If the dressing is too thick for your preference, whisk in 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid for easy storage. Shake well before each use.
Serve over your favorite salads or use as a dip for fresh vegetables. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 183 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 5 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.
