Nicoise Salad Dressing

Elevate your classic Nicoise salad with this vibrant, herbaceous Nicoise Salad Dressing, crafted to deliver bold Mediterranean flavors in every bite. Featuring extra virgin olive oil, zesty red wine vinegar, and a touch of Dijon mustard for a creamy, tangy base, this dressing is brought to life with freshly chopped parsley, thyme, and basil. A hint of minced garlic adds depth, while optional anchovy paste lends a savory umami kick for authentic French flair. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for dressing your salad or drizzling over grilled vegetables or seafood. Refreshingly light yet bursting with flavor, it’s the ultimate homemade dressing to take your Nicoise salad to the next level.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, and basil to the bowl.

Step 3

If using, stir in the anchovy paste for an extra depth of flavor.

Step 4

Slowly whisk in the extra virgin olive oil, a little at a time, to create a smooth and emulsified dressing.

Step 5

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 7

Use immediately to dress a Nicoise salad, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and whisk again before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	140 grams (140.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	750

Total Fat 85.40g	109%
Saturated Fat 12.20g	61%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 2mg	1%
Sodium 942mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 1.70g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 0.10g
Protein 1.40g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 29mg	2%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 88mg	2%

*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: 98.4%

Protein: 0.7%

Carbs: 0.9%