Herb Vinaigrette Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, or grilled proteins with this flavorful Herb Vinaigrette Dressing, a vibrant blend of fresh herbs and pantry staples. This easy, 10-minute recipe combines the richness of extra virgin olive oil with the tang of red wine vinegar, balanced perfectly by a touch of honey and Dijon mustard. Freshly chopped parsley, basil, and chives bring an herbaceous punch, while a hint of garlic and a dash of seasoning tie everything together. The dressing emulsifies beautifully with a quick whisk, creating a silky texture that’s perfect for drizzling, tossing, or even marinating. Versatile, fresh, and oh-so-simple, this homemade vinaigrette is a must-have addition to your culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until well blended.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth emulsion.
Stir in the fresh parsley, basil, and chives until evenly incorporated.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Shake or stir well before serving. Use as a salad dressing, vegetable drizzle, or marinade. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 183 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 21 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.
