Everyday Vinaigrette with Lots of Variations
Elevate your salads and dishes with this quick and versatile recipe for Everyday Vinaigrette with Lots of Variations. Ready in just 5 minutes, this classic vinaigrette strikes the perfect balance of tangy, creamy, and slightly sweet, featuring a base of extra-virgin olive oil, your choice of vinegar (red wine, apple cider, or balsamic), and a touch of Dijon mustard. Customize it to suit your tastes by adding minced garlic for depth, or a splash of lemon juice for brightness. With options for sweetness—honey or maple syrup for a vegan twist—plus endless possibilities to experiment with flavors, this foolproof dressing will quickly become your go-to for salads, roasted veggies, marinades, and more. Whisk it up in a bowl or shake it in a mason jar, and enjoy its simplicity and fresh, homemade flavor. Perfect for meal prep, it can be stored for up to a week, making it as convenient as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Vinegar (e.g., red wine, white wine, apple cider, or balsamic)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 clove Minced garlic (optional)
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.125 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
In a small bowl or a mason jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic (if using), salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using).
Whisk the ingredients in the bowl vigorously until emulsified, or seal the mason jar with its lid and shake well until the mixture is blended and slightly thickened.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or a touch more vinegar/honey, according to your preferences.
Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk again before each use, as separation is natural.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 708 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 35 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.
