Best Basic Vinaigrette Dressing With 8 Variations Recipes

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SIMPLE VINAIGRETTE



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We followed the standard 3-to-1 oil-to-vinegar ratio for this super simple vinaigrette. For variety, add your favorite dried or chopped fresh herbs. Make a batch at the beginning of the week, and toss a few tablespoons with fresh greens for a quick weeknight salad. But remember that vinaigrette isn't just for salad: You can also use it as a quick sauce for fish or grilled chicken.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup white, red or aged sherry vinegar
2 to 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Set a medium bowl on a kitchen towel shaped like an "O" (this helps keep the bowl steady while whisking). Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in the bowl. Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking continuously until the mixture is combined and blended well. Use right away, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

HOW TO MAKE VINAIGRETTE SALAD DRESSING



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Homemade vinaigrette is so much better than store-bought - and EASY! This recipe yields enough to lightly dress a salad for four. Read the entire post for tons of variations and ideas!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Categories     Salad

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ((or a more neutral-flavored oil like grapeseed, canola, or vegetable))
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar ((or balsamic, apple cider vinegar, rice, sherry, or other wine vinegar))
Pinch kosher salt
A turn of freshly ground black pepper
1-2 tablespoons fresh chopped herbs
A finely minced garlic clove
2 teaspoons finely minced or grated ginger
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots, scallions, or onion
2 tablespoons finely grated or crumbled Parmesan ((Pecorino Romano, Gorgonzola, or feta are delicious too))
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (or 1 tablespoon horseradish or 1/4 teaspoon Sriracha)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 - 1 teaspoon sugar or honey

Steps:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a small mason jar, screw on the lid, and shake until blended. You can also whisk the ingredients together in a bowl or whirr them together in a blender.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if desired. Add to salad, toss, and serve.
  • Keep leftover dressing in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for 2 - 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons (1/2 recipe), Calories 189 kcal, Sugar 1 g, Sodium 29 mg, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g

BASIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil (or 1/2 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup vegetable oil)

Steps:

  • Whisk the vinegar, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl until combined. Slowly drizzle in the oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly, until the dressing is emulsified and smooth. (If you're using a vinegar high in acid, you might need to add a little more oil to taste.) Refrigerate any leftovers.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE



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Try basic vinaigrette on mixed greens, steamed or boiled vegetables, such as greens beans, asparagus, broccoli, or potatoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Pinch of sugar
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
  • Slowly add oil, whisking until emulsified, or shake the ingredients in a jar, or whirl them in a blender.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE WITH VARIATIONS



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When I don't have the time or inclination to look up a recipe this is the salad dressing I make. I always have all the ingredients and I can change it up to match what I've put in the salad. I keep this in the fridge for up to a week and just bring it to room temperature and whisk again before serving.

Provided by Cookin-jo

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt (less if using table salt)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2-2/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk the garlic cloves, mustard, vinegar, kosher salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
  • While whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to emulsify.
  • Taste for salt and pepper.
  • Variations:.
  • Use any other vinegar you have, including red wine vinegar and balsamic.
  • Leave out the garlic or add herbs as you like.
  • Add 1 teaspoon dried oregano and/or substitute lemon juice for the vinegar for a Greek-like dressing. I would leave out the mustard for this but the dressing will not emulsify as well without it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 180.4, Carbohydrate 0.3, Protein 0.1

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