Vinegar and Oil Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this classic Vinegar and Oil Salad Dressing, a quick and versatile recipe that’s ready in just 5 minutes! Combining the rich flavors of extra-virgin olive oil and tangy red wine vinegar, this dressing is perfectly balanced with a touch of Dijon mustard, a hint of sweetness from honey, and the bold aromatics of minced garlic and dried oregano. Effortlessly whisked together to create a smooth and velvety emulsion, this homemade dressing pairs beautifully with fresh greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade for grilled proteins. Simple, flavorful, and made with pantry staples, this is your go-to recipe for a healthy, homemade vinaigrette that’s better than store-bought!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard, whisking until smooth.
Add the honey and minced garlic to the bowl, and whisk to combine.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking, ensuring the mixture emulsifies and becomes smooth.
Sprinkle in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk again to thoroughly incorporate all ingredients.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid for storage and shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 151 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 19 mg | 0% | |
*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.
