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Italian Vinaigrette
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Italian Vinaigrette

Italian Vinaigrette combines minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, sugar, and black pepper to create a smooth, tangy dressing. Its balance of acidity and herbal notes makes it a versatile accompaniment for salads and vegetables. Emulsifying the ingredients offers a creamy texture, and the vinaigrette benefits from resting to deepen the flavors before serving.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 56 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 4 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons oregano dried
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt Morton brand
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Place all ingredients in a small bowl or tall jar. Use an immersion blender to combine and emulsify. If you don't have an immersion blender, cover jar tightly and shake ingredients vigorously (just know that the vinaigrette will not be as smooth). Yield: about ⅔ cup of vinaigrette.
  2. You can make this recipe a day or two prior to serving. Store in the refrigerator, in a container with a tight-fitting lid. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes prior to serving, to let oil come to room temperature. Shake vigorously to combine.
  3. This vinaigrette is excellent with my Italian Chopped Salad!

Notes

  • Prepare the vinaigrette up to two days in advance to allow flavors to meld well.
  • Shake or blend the dressing just before serving to re-emulsify the oil and vinegar.
  • Allow the vinaigrette to come to room temperature after refrigeration for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 56kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Sodium 391mg (16%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 56

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 56kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Sodium 391mg 16%
Sugar 1g 2%

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