Description
Create your own delicious salad dressing that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. This homemade balsamic vinaigrette combines the richness of extra virgin olive oil with the sweet tang of balsamic vinegar, complemented by fresh herbs and a hint of honey. Perfect for salads or as a marinade, this dressing is simple to make and can be customized to suit your taste. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and elevate your culinary game with this easy, flavorful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (basil or cilantro), finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and fresh herbs.
- In a jar or mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice.
- Whisk vigorously until the mixture is well blended and creamy.
- Stir in the chopped fresh herbs until fully incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg