Easy Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this quick and irresistible Easy Salad Dressing, a 5-minute recipe that strikes the perfect balance between tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Made with wholesome ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this homemade dressing is both simple and versatile. Freshly minced garlic adds a bold, aromatic kick, while salt and pepper enhance the overall flavor. Whisked together into a silky emulsion, it’s the ultimate dressing for leafy greens, roasted vegetables, or even grain bowls. Ready in just minutes and customizable to your palate, this pantry-friendly vinaigrette will become your go-to for adding a fresh, zesty flair to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press to ensure it’s very fine.
In a small mixing bowl or jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together vigorously until emulsified, or if using a jar, seal the lid tightly and shake for 15–20 seconds until well combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a touch of honey for sweetness.
Use immediately over your favorite salad or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk again before using if separation occurs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.0 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 707 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.0 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 | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 45 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.
