House Balsamic Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and roasted veggies with this vibrant and versatile House Balsamic Vinaigrette. Bursting with bold flavors, this quick-to-make dressing combines the tangy richness of balsamic vinegar with the smoothness of extra-virgin olive oil, balanced perfectly by a touch of honey and zesty Dijon mustard. Freshly minced garlic adds depth, while a dash of salt and black pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade vinaigrette is a healthier, fresher alternative to store-bought dressings and can effortlessly double as a marinade for meats or veggies. Make it ahead of time, store it in the fridge, and enjoy its robust, homemade charm whenever you please. Perfect for meal prep and packed with flavor, this balsamic vinaigrette will quickly become your go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 31/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until they are fully incorporated.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth emulsion. Alternatively, you can add all the ingredients to a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously until well combined.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preferences.

Step 5

Transfer the vinaigrette to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate if not using immediately. Allow it to come to room temperature and shake well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	281.1 grams (281.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1726

Total Fat 181.60g	233%
Saturated Fat 24.70g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1546mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 28.80g	10%
Dietary Fiber 0.20g	1%
Total Sugars 26.20g
Protein 0.70g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 35mg	3%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 165mg	4%

*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: 93.3%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 6.6%