This Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe is the perfect way to make your salads shine. Packed with flavor, bottled dressings just can’t compete.
As I said in my last post, sometimes it feels odd to be talking about food with so much going on in the world.
For me, like many in Florida, the last week has been surreal. It seems cliche to say that the waiting was the hardest part, but it was.
I grew up and went to college in Florida and have friends scattered across the state. Every update would bring so much stress, regardless of where the anticipated path was.
I found myself binge cooking for days. I told myself that I was doing it so we would be prepared if we lost power. And, of course, that was true.
But I also realized that it was one of the most productive ways that I could channel my stress. My boys felt like I was spoiling them, but in truth, I was just trying to stay sane.
One of the first things I made was this Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe. With canned beans in the pantry and a fridge packed with vegetables, I knew I’d been good for days. (I also used it to make a pasta salad.)
In the end, we were fine. Despite the storm repeatedly turning west, it never went far enough west that we saw the worst of it. (Living near the ocean, my biggest concern was the storm surge. We had none.)
I know many of you out there were not so fortunate. I’m thinking of my Florida friends as well as those in Houston during this time of recovery. XO
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Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe
This Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe is the perfect way to make your salads shine. Packed with flavor, bottled dressings just can't compete.Prep Time 5 minutesTotal Time 5 minutesServings 12Calories 126 kcalIngredients
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic more or less to taste
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Store in a mason jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition FactsBalsamic Vinaigrette Dressing RecipeAmount Per ServingCalories 126 Calories from Fat 117% Daily Value*Total Fat 13g 20%Saturated Fat 1g 5%Cholesterol 0mg 0%Sodium 209mg 9%Potassium 5mg 0%Total Carbohydrates 1g 0%Dietary Fiber 0g 0%Sugars 0gProtein 0g 0%Vitamin A 0.3%Vitamin C 0.3%Calcium 0.3%Iron 0.7%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
That sounds so good. I am going to make this for my dinner salad tonite.
This is a great dressing. I love the added heat you put in this one. Om nom nom.
My husband makes oil and vinegar dressing almost everyday and he needs to mix it up a little so I will get him this recipe so we have variety.
I can’t wait to make this recipe. I am glad you and your family are safe. We had a rough night, but we still have power and just had some branches and leaves scattered.
I love balsamic dressing. I’ll have to try your recipe!
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I’m glad your safe from the hurricane. My heart goes out to the people affected as well. I think this recipe is worth a try. I love having salad around and I could live on it too, because I love veggies.
I LOVE making my own dressings. This one looks delicious!
Thank God, you are safe! There are so many people affected by the hurricane and it’s heartbreaking to watch the news! This recipe sounds great, I love the flavors and it’s perfect for any salad!
You are a smart person! If you have to live off of canned food, at least have a topping to make it more palatable! Thanks for sharing this, and I am glad the worst is over for all my Floridian friends!
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So good to know that you’re okay. I would totally prepare a lot of food for the family as well, if I were in your situation. I would love to keep this recipe!
This is my favorite dressing ever and I love this recipe! Will have to try it out!
I’ve been eating more salads lately and love the idea of using vinaigrette instead of heavy dressings. I like that you have dijon in this recipe. I’m sure it gives it a little extra zing!
This dressing sounds really good. I have always been a fan of vinegarettes.
I love balsamic vinaigarette dressing! I use it as a marinare and on salads. I didn’t knwo it was so easy to make!
Oh we could use this in so many of our recipes. Yum! I’m curious about that cayenne pepper!
YUM! What a simple and delicious dressing, I totally want to make this.
Now I have a new flavor dressing for my salad! Thanks for this recipe.
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I like balsamic vinaigrettes. A new one to add to my recipes.
This is fantastic because its one of my fav dressings! I’m going to give it a try next time.
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This sounds so good! We have been eating a lot of salads lately, and this would be a great way to give it a great new twist. I love homemade dressing, and this sounds perfect!
I don’t make a ton of dressings from scratch. But this makes it all sound so simple. I may ditch the bottled dressings from here on out.
I love Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing! I would love to try making this sometime. Thanks for sharing.
The dressing looks great. I will definitely try your recipe because I love balsamic vinaigrette. So glad to hear you were ok in the storm!
ooh I love Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing! I have never tried making my own, this doesn’t sound to intimidating even for time starved me, I might just have to give this a go. I have some cute mason jars all empty that I needed something to do with!
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The only way we can counter the effects of natural calamities is to always be prepared for any emergency. I am happy you and your family is safe. I am one with you in praying for the victims of the hurricane in FL and TX.
Love your dressing recipe. I am happy you and your family is okay and that preparedness was a priority.