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Balsamic Vinaigrette

Delicious Balsamic Vinaigrette: Elevate Your Homemade Salads

This homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette is a tangy and sweet dressing that enhances salads and more, elevating your healthy eating.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons honey can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or white balsamic for a lighter flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard for milder taste
  • pinch fine sea salt kosher salt can substitute
  • to taste freshly crushed black pepper coarse ground pepper for extra texture
  • 1 clove garlic (minced) fresh garlic recommended
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil for different flavor profile
Optional Add-Ins
  • to taste fresh herbs (like basil or oregano) for an herby twist
  • to taste chili flakes for a hint of heat

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • jar or container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine honey, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Add a pinch of fine sea salt and freshly crushed black pepper. Whisk together until smooth.
  2. Mince the garlic clove and add to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly for another 15 seconds.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the vinaigrette emulsifies.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette into a clean jar or container with a lid for storage.
  5. If desired, add fresh herbs or chili flakes for personalization and whisk to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Always shake the vinaigrette well before use, and consider using high-quality balsamic vinegar for best flavor.

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