Best 5 Best Vinaigrette Recipes

Have you ever tried making your own vinaigrette? This classic dressing is incredibly versatile and can easily elevate any salad, whether it's a simple green salad or a hearty dish with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables. The key to a great vinaigrette is to find the perfect balance between the acidity of the vinegar, the richness of the oil, and the sweetness and saltiness of the other ingredients. With a few simple steps, you can create a vinaigrette that will make your salads sing.

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THE BEST LEMON VINAIGRETTE

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This is one of my favorite salad dressings. It works for a simple salad or with crispy Parmesan chicken with a cool salad on top.

Provided by lukeder101

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

Whisk red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl. Slowly stream olive oil into the vinegar mixture while whisking briskly. Beat lemon juice into the mixture.
Pour dressing into a sealable jar or bottle, seal, and shake until emulsified.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 214.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BEST RASPBERRY SALAD DRESSING (VINAIGRETTE)

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Make and share this Best Raspberry Salad Dressing (Vinaigrette) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon Anne

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup canola oil
6 frozen raspberries, thawed
3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar (Star brand is best)
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam (or mixed berry jelly)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or to taste)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (country-style preferred)
1 teaspoon poppy seed
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

Measure the dressing ingredients in a wide-mouth pint jar.
Process with an immersion blender, which will emulsify (incorporate and thicken) the dressing all at once!

THE BEST VINAIGRETTE IN THE WORLD EVER, EVER

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Make and share this The Best Vinaigrette in the World Ever, Ever recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 40m

Yield 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon French mustard
1 teaspoon coarse grain mustard
1 teaspoon honey
7 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

Combine all the ingredients in a jam jar, make sure the lid is on tightly, and shake the living daylights out of it.
Leave it to sit for at least half an hour before serving to allow the garlic to infuse.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1293.4, Fat 141.8, SaturatedFat 19.6, Sodium 1748.5, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 8.6, Protein 0.4

WORLD'S BEST VINAIGRETTE

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This recipe is from my cookbook "Cooking Thin with Chef Kathleen" written by Chef Kathleen Daelemans. It really is the world's best vinaigrette dressing. I love this on green salads or pasta salads.

Provided by Karen Vandevander

Categories Dressings

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 clove garlic, minced (more or less for your personal taste)
1 small shallot, minced
3 Tbsp sherry vinegar (best quality you can find, makes a huge difference) you can use balsamic or red wine vinegar (6 or 7 percent acidity), but sherry is the best.
1/2 tsp coarse-grained salt (sea salt)
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
4 to 5 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp flat leaf parsley (rough chopped) or mixed herbs
cracked black pepper to your taste

Steps:

1. Place garlic, shallot, vinegar and salt in a smal bowl and let stand for at least 30 minutes. This will take the peppery bite out of the garlic and shallot.
2. Whisk in mustard, oil and herbs.
3. Add pepper to taste.
4. This is also wonderful as a marinade and served as a dipping sauce for chicken.

BEST VINAIGRETTE

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This is the gold standard of salad dressings: a perfect blend of oil and acidity. Try with: leafy greens, boiled leeks, artichokes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 tablespoons shallot, minced (from 1 shallot)
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Combine shallot, vinegar, mustard, and salt; let stand 15 minutes.
Add oil in a steady trickle, whisking constantly, until emulsified. Whisk in remaining oil in a steady stream.

Tips for Making the Best Vinaigrette:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. The fresher your ingredients, the better your vinaigrette will taste. This is especially true for the olive oil and vinegar.
Use the right proportions of oil to vinegar. A good rule of thumb is to use two parts oil to one part vinegar. However, you can adjust this ratio to suit your own taste.
Emulsify the vinaigrette thoroughly. This means whisking or shaking the vinaigrette until the oil and vinegar are thoroughly combined and emulsified. This will help to create a smooth, creamy dressing.
Season the vinaigrette to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings to taste. You can also add herbs, spices, or citrus zest for extra flavor.
Let the vinaigrette rest for a few minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.

Conclusion:

Vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and other dishes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little practice, you can make a delicious vinaigrette that will enhance any meal.