If you’re looking for a simple vinaigrette recipe that tastes just like the classic house dressing from your favorite steakhouse, this is it! Made with pantry staples and fresh, wholesome ingredients, this homemade vinaigrette is light, flavorful, and so much better for you than most store-bought dressings. With the perfect balance of tangy vinegar, smooth olive oil, and just the right touch of seasoning, it brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen.
Not only is this easy homemade vinaigrette quick to shake together, but it’s also customizable and free from unnecessary preservatives and added sugars often found in bottled salad dressings. Drizzle it over crisp green salads, spoon it onto roasted vegetables, or use it as a marinade for chicken. Once you see how simple it is to make your own healthy vinaigrette dressing at home, you may never go back to store-bought again!
This dressing is perfect for everyday salads and even as a marinade for grilled chicken! If you like greek style dressings you should try THIS recipe!
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Ingredients
- good quality extra virgin olive oil
- red wine vinegar
- white wine vinegar
- dijon mustard
- fresh garlic
- salt/cracked pepper
See exact quantities in recipe card below.
Instructions
First, add all of the measured ingredients to a mason jar, cruet, or any jar with a tight-fitting lid. Next, seal the lid securely and shake vigorously until the dressing is fully emulsified and well combined. You can serve it immediately, or alternatively, store it in the refrigerator for later use. See how easy this dressing comes together in the video!
Hint: Because this homemade vinaigrette contains no preservatives and is made with olive oil, it may firm up slightly when chilled. However, simply run the jar under warm water for a minute or two, then shake again until the dressing is smooth and fully blended.
Substitutions
- Vinegar - using all red wine vinegar totally works for this dressing. I personally like the balance of the white and red, but that is a preference.
- Dijon Mustard - using a stone ground mustard also works
Serving
This dressing is amazing on a field green salad just as much as a butter crisp salad. Toss your salad with any toppings you love and add some splashes of this dressing. A little goes a long way. I bet you love it!
Add Ins
Once you master this basic vinaigrette you can mix things up a bit! Adding dill, thyme or parsley are all great add ins to help change up the flavor a bit! If you like a less pungent vinaigrette you can try rice vinegar too!
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Simple Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove small, about ¼ teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon Dijon or Stone Ground Mustard
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the measured ingredients to a mason jar, cruet, or any jar with a tight-fitting lid. Seal the lid securely and shake vigorously until the dressing is fully emulsified and well combined. Serve it immediately, or alternatively, store it in the refrigerator for later use.
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