Dressing for a Superb Salad
Elevate your salad game with this quick and versatile Dressing for a Superb Salad recipe! Bursting with bold flavors, this homemade vinaigrette effortlessly combines extra virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey for delicate sweetness. Dijon mustard and freshly squeezed lemon juice lend a zesty balance, while minced garlic and ground black pepper add a savory kick. Ready in just 5 minutes, this salad dressing is perfectly emulsified with a simple whisk or shake, making it an easy and flavorful addition to your meal prep. Drizzle it over leafy greens, roasted veggies, or grain bowls for a restaurant-quality finish to your dishes. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week—a must-have for any salad lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl or jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey.
Add the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lemon juice to the mixture.
Whisk the ingredients together until the dressing is well combined and emulsified. If using a jar, seal the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or honey as desired.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or stir well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.1 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1543 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 186 mg | 4% | |
*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.
