Shallot Vinaigrette

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Brighten up your salads and dishes with this zesty and versatile shallot vinaigrette! Crafted in just 10 minutes, this homemade dressing blends the subtle sweetness of finely minced shallots with the tang of red wine vinegar and a touch of honey, perfectly balanced by smooth extra-virgin olive oil. Dijon mustard adds a hint of sharpness, while salt and freshly ground black pepper round out the flavors. This easy vinaigrette recipe is not only quick to whip up but also delivers a silky, emulsified dressing that elevates everything from leafy greens to roasted vegetables. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy a fresh homemade touch to your meals every time.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

7 items

• 1 medium-sized Shallot
• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Peel and finely mince the shallot until it is almost paste-like in texture for better incorporation into the vinaigrette.

2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the minced shallot, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth, emulsified dressing.

4. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or honey, if desired.

5. Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or container with a lid. Shake well before using.

6. Store any leftover vinaigrette in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow it to come to room temperature and shake again before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (26.7g)

Calories		140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		14.9 g	19%
	Saturated Fat	2.1 g	10%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		137 mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate		1.8 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	1.2 g
Protein		0.2 g	0%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		3 mg	0%
Iron		0.2 mg	1%
Potassium		25 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1075 cal (94.4%%)

Protein: 5 cal (0.5%%)

Carbs: 58 cal (5.2%%)