Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe
This Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad Dressing blends tangy balsamic vinegar, fruity extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic for a balanced, flavorful dressing. A simple mix shaken together and allowed to meld yields a smooth, mildly sweet, and savory addition to salads.
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic finely minced OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake until well combined.
- Refrigerate and let flavors blend for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours, before serving.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 servings (makes 1 cup)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 144
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 144kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Sodium | 302mg | 13% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.