Heart-Healthy Onion Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and roasted veggies with this tangy and flavorful Heart-Healthy Onion Vinaigrette! Featuring the natural sweetness of red onion, the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice, and the rich complexity of balsamic vinegar, this homemade vinaigrette is as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil, a touch of Dijon mustard for depth, and a hint of honey for balance, this no-cook dressing comes together in just 10 minutes. Fresh parsley and garlic add herbal and savory notes, making every drizzle a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for meal prepping, this easy vinaigrette can be stored for up to a week, offering a versatile and health-conscious option to amp up your meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop 1/2 cup of red onion and set aside.

Step 2

Mince 1 clove of garlic.

Step 3

Chop 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley finely.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined.

Step 5

Add the chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Whisk the mixture until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the vinaigrette has a smooth consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.

Step 8

Allow the vinaigrette to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

Step 9

Store any leftover vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	265.7 grams (265.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	676

Total Fat 62.80g	81%
Saturated Fat 8.20g	41%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1550mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 27.10g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 1.90g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 66mg	5%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 369mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.0%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 15.9%