Martini Dressing

Elevate your salads and side dishes with the sophisticated flair of Martini Dressing, a savory vinaigrette inspired by the classic cocktail. This recipe combines gin, dry vermouth, and olive brine for a bold, bracing flavor, balanced with the richness of extra virgin olive oil and a zesty kick of fresh lemon juice. Dijon mustard and minced garlic bring depth and tang, while finely chopped green olives add a briny, textural element. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, seafood salads, or even grilled vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking to add an elegant twist to your weeknight meals, Martini Dressing is your go-to recipe for sophistication in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons gin
• 1 tablespoon dry vermouth
• 1 tablespoon olive brine
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped green olives
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the gin, dry vermouth, olive brine, and fresh lemon juice.

Step 2

Whisk in the Dijon mustard until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, chopped green olives, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add a pinch more salt or a splash of olive brine for extra tang, if desired.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a sealed container or jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 7

Shake or stir well before serving over crisp greens, seafood salads, or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	161.4 grams (161.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	612

Total Fat 59.60g	76%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1548mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 4.10g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0.70g	3%
Total Sugars 0.40g
Protein 0.20g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 14mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 44mg	1%

*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: 96.9%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 3.0%