Dressing for Spinach Salad
Transform your spinach salad into a vibrant and flavorful masterpiece with this quick and easy homemade dressing. Featuring a harmonious blend of olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, zesty Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, this dressing is perfectly balanced with minced garlic, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Its silky, emulsified texture comes together in just minutes, making it an effortless addition to your routine. Ideal for drizzling over fresh spinach or mixed greens, this versatile vinaigrette can also be adjusted to your preferred consistency with a splash of water. Whether you're serving a casual lunch or an elegant dinner, this simple spinach salad dressing is the perfect finishing touch!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Water (optional)
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press to create a smooth paste.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing. The mixture should thicken and become smooth.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
If the dressing is too thick, whisk in 1 teaspoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Serve immediately drizzled over a fresh spinach salad or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or mix well before using if separated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 715 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 96 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.
