Description
Elevate your meals with this quick and easy Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe, perfect for drizzling over fresh salads, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. With just six simple ingredients, you can whip up a flavorful dressing in only 5 minutes! This homemade vinaigrette balances tangy apple cider vinegar with the sweetness of honey and the richness of extra virgin olive oil. Unlike store-bought options, this dressing is healthier and free from preservatives, allowing you to enjoy a burst of freshness in every bite. Customize it easily by swapping out vinegars or adding herbs to suit your taste preferences. Perfect for any occasion, this vinaigrette will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or substitute other vinegars)
- 1 ½ teaspoons honey (or pure maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a jar or small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- If using a jar, seal the lid tightly and shake vigorously until well combined. If using a bowl, whisk until fully blended.
- Taste and adjust flavors as needed by adding more vinegar for acidity or olive oil for richness.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks; shake or whisk before serving again.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg