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A fresh garden salad topped with creamy balsamic vinaigrette, showcasing colorful vegetables and greens.

creamy balsamic vinaigrette recipe

Discover the ultimate creamy balsamic vinaigrette recipe that elevates your salads! Easy to make and bursting with flavor! 🥗✨
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Dressing
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar High-quality for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Helps emulsify the vinaigrette.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Balances acidity.
Seasonings
  • 1 pinch Salt To taste.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Freshly ground, to taste.
Oils
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin for best results.

Equipment

  • 1 Whisk For emulsifying the ingredients.
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons For accurate measurements.
  • 1 Mixing bowl For combining ingredients.
  • 1 Storage Jar For storing the vinaigrette.
  • 1 (optional) Immersion Blender For ultra-smooth consistency.

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather your ingredients: balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk together.
  2. Season with salt and pepper, then gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Store in a jar or serve immediately.

Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
120 14g 0g 3g