Greek Vinaigrette or Marinade
Elevate your salads and grilled dishes with this simple yet flavor-packed Greek Vinaigrette or Marinade. Made with a harmonious blend of extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this versatile recipe is infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of acidity, sweetness, and savory notes. Ready in just five minutes, this Greek-inspired dressing is ideal for tossing with crisp greens, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or marinating chicken or seafood for a Mediterranean twist. Whisk it together or shake in a mason jar for an effortless and delightful condiment that tastes fresher than store-bought. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week, and enjoy vibrant, restaurant-quality flavor at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl or a mason jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice.
Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
If using a bowl, whisk the ingredients until they are fully emulsified. If using a mason jar, screw on the lid tightly and shake vigorously until the mixture is well combined.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or honey according to your preference.
Use immediately as a salad dressing or marinade, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake or whisk to re-emulsify before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.3 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 118 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.
