Mediterranean Diet Classic Vinegar Dressing
Elevate your salads and Mediterranean dishes with this Classic Vinegar Dressing inspired by the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. This vibrant homemade dressing combines extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and zesty freshly squeezed lemon juice, enhanced with a hint of Dijon mustard and aromatic garlic. The dried oregano and basil lend a fragrant, herbal Mediterranean touch, while a dash of salt and freshly ground black pepper rounds out the flavor profile. Ready in just 10 minutes, this dressing is perfectly emulsified for a velvety texture and can be stored for a week, making it a versatile and flavorful addition to your favorite greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Keywords: Mediterranean diet dressing, vinegar dressing recipe, homemade salad dressing, healthy olive oil dressing.
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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 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until the mustard is fully incorporated.
Add the finely minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the vinegar mixture. Whisk together to blend all the flavors.
Slowly drizzle the extra virgin olive oil into the bowl while continuously whisking. This will help emulsify the dressing, giving it a smooth and cohesive texture.
Once the oil is thoroughly mixed in, taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Transfer the dressing into a sealed jar or airtight container for storage. Shake well before each use.
Refrigerate any leftovers and use within one week. Allow the dressing to come to room temperature and shake again before serving, as the olive oil may solidify when chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.2 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1414 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 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.
