Simple Basil Vinaigrette
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
10 servings
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Calories
100 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian, American
Simple Basil Vinaigrette
Description
This vinaigrette combines roughly chopped shallots and garlic with tightly packed fresh basil leaves, red wine vinegar, olive oil, kosher salt, and optional red pepper flakes. Blended until very smooth, it yields a vibrant, green dressing with a pungent garlic undertone and a touch of heat if pepper flakes are used. The presence of fresh basil distinguishes its fresh, aromatic profile from more common vinaigrettes.
The dressing is ready to serve immediately or can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. This preparation is versatile, suitable for leafy salads or as a marinade ingredient.
Optional herbs such as cilantro, chives, or parsley can be added for different flavor variations. The vinaigrette also freezes well in portions, allowing for convenient storing and easy use as needed.
Ingredients
- 1 shallot roughly chopped (about 2-3 tablespoons, small
- 2 cups basil leaves stems removed (about 4 ounces, tightly packed, fresh
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients for the basil vinaigrette in a high powered blender and blend for 60 seconds until very smooth.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately. Or you can refrigerate the vinaigrette for up to 3-5 days.
Notes
- Store the vinaigrette chilled in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Mixing in other fresh herbs like cilantro, chives, or parsley can provide different flavor profiles.
- Freeze the vinaigrette in ice cube trays for convenient use later; thaw cubes to room temperature before use.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 100kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 235mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 283IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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