Low Sodium Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads with this Low Sodium Balsamic Vinaigrette, a heart-healthy and flavor-packed alternative to store-bought dressings. Made with extra virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, a touch of honey, and freshly minced garlic, this homemade dressing skips the added salt without sacrificing taste. Dijon mustard and a hint of lemon juice add depth and brightness, while dried oregano and black pepper deliver a subtle herbal kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this smooth and emulsified vinaigrette is perfect for drizzling over greens or roasted vegetables and can be stored for up to a week. Healthy, easy, and delicious, it’s a must-have in your dressing repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Fresh garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or mason jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, black pepper, dried oregano, and lemon juice.
Whisk the ingredients together or shake the jar vigorously until the honey and mustard are fully dissolved and the mixture is well blended.
While continuously whisking or shaking, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the vinaigrette is thick and emulsified.
Taste the vinaigrette and make any necessary adjustments, such as adding a touch more honey for sweetness or more mustard for tanginess.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a glass jar or bottle for storage. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Before serving, shake well to recombine the ingredients, as separation is natural.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.1 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 363 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 191 mg | 4% | |
*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.
