Mediterranean Diet Onion Vinaigrette
Elevate your salads and sides with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Onion Vinaigrette—a tangy, homemade dressing infused with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring finely minced red onion combined with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a splash of lemon juice, this vinaigrette is a perfect balance of zingy acidity and creamy richness. Sweet notes of honey, a hint of Dijon mustard, and fragrant oregano round out the medley, while garlic adds a savory undertone. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile condiment transforms greens, roasted veggies, or grains into Mediterranean-inspired masterpieces. With its heart-healthy olive oil base, this dressing is more than just irresistible—it's also a nutrition-packed addition to your meal prep repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely dice the small red onion. You should have about 1/4 cup of minced onion.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk, ensuring the mixture emulsifies.
Stir in the minced onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar according to personal preference.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar with a tight-fitting lid for easy storage and shaking before use.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld, though it can be used immediately if necessary.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.3 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1302 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 267 mg | 6% | |
*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.
