Olive Oil Vinaigrette

Elevate your salads and dishes with the irresistible charm of homemade Olive Oil Vinaigrette! This quick and easy recipe combines the richness of extra virgin olive oil with the tangy zest of red wine vinegar and freshly squeezed lemon juice, creating a perfectly balanced dressing in just 10 minutes. Featuring a touch of Dijon mustard for creaminess, honey for subtle sweetness, and a hint of garlic for depth, this versatile vinaigrette is a kitchen staple you’ll turn to again and again. Whether you're drizzling it over crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or grilled proteins, this smooth and zesty dressing adds a gourmet flair to any meal. Plus, it’s made with pantry-friendly ingredients and can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making it as convenient as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 32/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Begin by mincing the garlic clove finely. You want it to be as fine as possible to evenly distribute the flavor in the vinaigrette.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic with the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. The vinegar will help to emulsify the dressing when combined with the mustard.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while constantly whisking the mixture. This helps to create a smooth emulsion, resulting in a well-blended vinaigrette.

Step 4

Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the mixture. This adds a fresh, acidic note that complements the olive oil beautifully.

Step 5

Continue to whisk the vinaigrette until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined, and the dressing is smooth and thickened to your liking.

Step 6

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or honey if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the vinaigrette to a serving jar or container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Step 8

Before serving, shake or whisk the vinaigrette again to ensure it is well emulsified.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	84.5 grams (84.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	402

Total Fat 43.00g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 707mg	31%
Total Carbohydrate 7.50g	3%
Dietary Fiber 0.20g	1%
Total Sugars 6.00g
Protein 0.30g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 10mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 42mg	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: 92.5%

Protein: 0.3%

Carbs: 7.2%