Simple Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

Steps:

• Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, shallot, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a glass jar with a lid. Replace lid on the jar and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined.

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• In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar with salt, pepper, garlic, Dijon and/or sugar (if using) until all is dissolved. Taste BEFORE using either one or both of the optional ingredients.
• Very slowly start to drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to vigorously whisk.
• Use immediately on your favourite salad of mixed greens and enjoy.
• *Note: Store unused vinaigrette in a screw top jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. (I usually make a double batch to always have some handy, so when I'm in the mood for a salad, I don't have to bother making the dressing). Shake well before each use.

Steps:

• Beat the vinegar in a bowl with the optional sugar, garlic, salt and pepper until sugar and salt dissolves. Then beat in the oil by droplets, whisking constantly or place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
• If not using dressing right away, cover and refrigerate, whisking or shaking again before use.
• Can be used as a dressing and a marinade.
• *If using a good quality balsamic vinegar you should not need the sugar, but if using a lesser quality you might want the sugar to round out the dressing.

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• Toss the greens, salt and pepper together with just enough vinaigrette to coat, about 1/2 cup. Place them in a decorative bowl and top with the grape tomatoes and bell pepper. Serve the remaining vinaigrette on the side.
• Put the shallot and basil into the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse until the shallot is finely chopped. Add the balsamic, sugar, salt and pepper and pulse again. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a steady stream through the feed tube. Pour the vinaigrette into a small bowl and serve.

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• In a medium bowl whisk together the vinegar, mustard, shallot, hot pepper sauce and salt. continue to whisk while adding the oil in a slow stream; the dressing will thicken. Add freshly ground pepper to taste, and adjust the seasoning. Use within an hour or so of completion.

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• In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine canola oil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, warm water, dijon mustard, salt and pepper.
• Cover and shake until well blended. Refrigerate, covered, up to 1 week.
• Variations: Prepare balsamic vinaigrette and add one of the following:.
• Herb: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves.
• Shallot: 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots.
• Citrus: 1 teaspoon grated fresh orange peel.

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine vinegar and seasonings.
• Gradually whisk in olive oil to blend.
• Serve over your favorite salad greens.
• Especially nice garnished with shaved parmesan cheese.
• Refrigerate any unused vinaigrette.

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• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, garlic, and mustard powder. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Stir in minced fresh herbs if desired.

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• Whisk together vinegar, mustard, olive oil, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.

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• Mix all the ingredients together, mix well.
• This will keep well in the fridge for at least a week.

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• Whisk vinegar, mustard, sugar, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl until sugar and salt are dissolved. Add oil in a thin stream, whisking continually until emulsified. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.