Oil and Vinegar Salad Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this quick and easy Oil and Vinegar Salad Dressing that’s bursting with bold, tangy flavor. Made with pantry staples like extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, this homemade dressing achieves the perfect balance of zesty and savory in just 5 minutes. Minced garlic adds a punch of freshness, while a touch of freshly ground black pepper ties the flavors together beautifully. Whether whisked or shaken, the dressing emulsifies into a silky blend that’s perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, roasted veggies, or even grain bowls. Need a thinner consistency? Simply stir in a splash of water! This versatile vinaigrette is not only easy to customize but also stores wonderfully, making it your go-to dressing for fresh, flavorful meals all week long.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoons Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoons Water (optional, to thin the dressing)
Instructions
In a small bowl or jar with a lid, combine the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together if using a bowl, or shake vigorously if using a jar, until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing. Alternatively, if using a jar, add the olive oil and shake well until the mixture thickens and is fully blended.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or honey if needed to balance flavors.
If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a tablespoon of water and stir or shake until incorporated.
Serve immediately over your favorite salad, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1296 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 44 mg | 1% | |
*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.
