Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
The basics are easy: oil & vinegar, but a few basic flavor boosters help you create four different salad dressings.
Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil OR vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vinegar (white vinegar, Balsamic vinegar, red or white wine vinegar) OR citrus juice (lemon or lime juice)
Additional flavors and seasonings such as: Dijon mustard, pesto, minced onion, Parmesan or blue cheese, honey, sesame oil, garlic, fresh herbs
Suggested flavor combinations:
- Balsamic vinaigrette: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon minced onion, salt, black pepper
- Honey mustard vinaigrette: 1/4 cup canola oil, 2 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper
- Blue cheese vinaigrette: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 clove minced garlic, 2 teaspoons minced chives or scallions, 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
- Asian vinaigrette: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon honey
Equipment
Small container with lid
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, and utensils.
- Combine all ingredients in a small container with a lid, cover with the lid and shake to combine.
Tips
- Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for use within 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
2 tablespoons
Per serving
Amount
Calories
130
Total Fat
14g
Sodium
0g
Total Carbohydrate
1g
Protein
0g
