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Classic Vinaigrette Recipe

With a perfect ratio of oil to vinegar, the classic vinaigrette works amazingly well to coat salad greens and is also delicious on steamed veggies.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 182 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: French

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ¾ cup olive oil extra-virgin

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar and salt until the salt dissolves.
  2. Whisk in the black pepper, garlic, and mustard.
  3. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the ingredients emulsify into a smooth, velvety dressing.
  4. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 10 days.

Notes

  • Please use fresh minced garlic, not jarred or powdered.
  • Ideally, let the dressing rest for 30 minutes at room temperature before using it to allow it to further thicken and the flavors to meld. Remix before using.
  • Instead of mixing the ingredients in a bowl, you can add all of them to a jar, tightly seal it, and shake vigorously until the dressing becomes emulsified.
  • The reason I mix the salt into the vinegar before adding the remaining ingredients is that it ensures the salt gets dissolved, preventing a gritty texture.
  • You can keep this dressing in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to ten days. Remix it before using. I don't recommend freezing this dressing.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tablespoons Calories 182kcal (9%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 167mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 182

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoons
Calories 182kcal 9%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 167mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.