Mint Vinaigrette
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and refreshing Mint Vinaigrette—a quick, 10-minute recipe that’s perfect for adding a burst of flavor to salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats. Made with fresh mint leaves, zesty white wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, this tangy dressing is expertly balanced with the subtle kick of Dijon mustard and garlic. Blended to silky perfection, this vinaigrette delivers a smooth and herbaceous finish that complements a variety of dishes. Easy to prepare and store, it’s a versatile, homemade dressing that will elevate your everyday meals with minimal effort. Use it to impress your guests or as a go-to condiment for adding a gourmet touch to your creations. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and packed with wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash the fresh mint leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Peel the garlic clove and roughly chop it.
In a blender or food processor, combine the mint leaves, olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, black pepper, and water.
Blend the mixture on high speed until it's smooth and well-emulsified. This should take about 30-60 seconds.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or honey if needed.
Pour the vinaigrette into a small jar or bottle with a lid for easy storage.
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Shake well before using as the ingredients may separate over time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 721 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 835 mg | 18% | |
*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.
