How to make basic vinaigrette

Learn how to make a basic vinaigrette. It is easier than you think and healthier too! Homemade vinaigrette doesn’t have any preservatives. Enjoy!

Course Sauces

Cuisine American

Keyword gluten-free, healthy, how to, low-carb, paleo, Special Diet, vegan, vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings people

Calories 186kcal

Author Olivia Ribas

Ingredients

1 teaspoon clove garlic
1 teaspoon whole grain dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice or white-wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Finely mince a clove of garlic.
Place in a salad dressing jar with the whole grain dijon mustard.
Pour the lemon juice into the mixture with kosher salt and black pepper.
Whisk to combine all the ingredients.
Slowly pour extra-virgin olive oil, whisking as you go to mix.
Taste to check the seasoning and it is done.
Enjoy it on your favorite salad!

Notes

For a little sweetness, you can add a splash of maple syrup.
Instead of whisking, you can add everything to a mason jar, tighten the lid, and shake to combine. Then use the same jar to store the vinaigrette.
Freshly minced garlic adds a ton of flavour. Do not swap for garlic powder.
To store: Store vinaigrette for up to a week in an airtight container in the fridge.

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