Description
This creamy Dijon vinaigrette brings a perfect balance of tanginess, sweetness, and richness to any dish. Made with pantry staples like Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and olive oil, it’s the ultimate quick fix for salads, grains, or roasted veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or jar, combine Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly whisk in the olive oil until fully emulsified, or add it to the jar and shake vigorously to combine.
- Let the dressing rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 7 days. Shake well before using.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave.
- Taste using a lettuce leaf instead of a spoon for a more accurate flavor balance.
- Use high-quality olive oil for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Dijon vinaigrette, salad dressing, homemade vinaigrette, easy vinaigrette, mustard dressing