Classic French Vinaigrette
This simple, all-purpose vinaigrette is my go-to salad dressing. It’s easy to make, delicious, and doesn’t have all of the additives of store-bought salad dressings.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (12 Tbsp) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar (or 1 Tbsp of white wine vinegar + 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice)
- 2 Tbsp shallots, peeled and finely minced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste; I use Diamond Crystal)
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together white wine vinegar, shallots, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.2 Tbsp white wine vinegar2 Tbsp shallots, peeled and finely minced2 tsp Dijon mustard1 tsp kosher salt¼ tsp ground black pepper
- While continuing to whisk, slowly drizzle in olive oil.¾ cup (12 Tbsp) extra virgin olive oil
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed jar for future use.
Notes
- Good-Quality Olive Oil: For the best-tasting vinaigrettes, I recommend splurging and getting a really good-quality olive oil. Sometimes, cheaper brands can give homemade dressings a bitter taste.
- Adding Garlic: I love adding ½ clove of minced garlic to my French vinaigrette. However, if you choose to add garlic, you should consume the dressing within a few days of making it, as raw garlic in a salad dressing can grow bacteria and cause botulism.
Nutrition
Calories: 1460kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 162g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 119g | Sodium: 2444mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg