Garlic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads and roasted vegetables with this quick and easy Garlic Vinaigrette recipe, a perfect balance of bold flavors and simple ingredients. Made with extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this dressing is brought to life with the robust aroma of freshly minced garlic. Dijon mustard adds a subtle creaminess while helping to perfectly emulsify the vinaigrette for a silky-smooth texture. Ready in just 10 minutes and customizable with salt and black pepper, this versatile homemade dressing is a healthier, tastier alternative to store-bought options. Store it in your fridge for up to a week and drizzle it over everything from crisp greens to grain bowls for an instant flavor upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cups Red wine vinegar
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press to extract fresh garlic.
In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk constantly. This helps emulsify the vinaigrette and ensure a smooth consistency.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or bottle with a lid for easy storage and shaking before use.
Use immediately or refrigerate for up to one week. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 182 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 13 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.
