Great Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this quick and easy Great Salad Dressing recipe—a harmonious blend of pantry staples that delivers bold flavor in just 5 minutes! Made with rich extra virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, a hint of Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this versatile homemade dressing strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Freshly minced garlic and a dash of salt and pepper add depth and a subtle kick, making it a crowd-pleaser for any salad combination. Simply whisk or shake the ingredients to create a creamy, emulsified dressing that clings beautifully to greens, grains, or roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe yields enough for six servings and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making meal prep a breeze. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and hello to a fresh, customizable way to upgrade your salads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press for a smoother texture.
In a small mixing bowl or jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together briskly until fully emulsified, or shake vigorously if using a sealed jar.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or whisk again before each use as separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.0 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1308 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 3% | |
*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.
