Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

A tangy, honey-sweetened vinaigrette that comes together in minutes with a quick whisk or shake.

Total 5 min Makes 16 oz Calories 120/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

This vinaigrette balances sharp balsamic vinegar with honey's sweetness and a mellow garlic note, emulsified into good olive oil. It works well over leafy salads, roasted vegetables, or as a marinade for chicken, and keeps in the fridge for easy weeknight use.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

  1. In a small bowl or jar, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

  2. Whisk the mixture until the honey dissolves and the ingredients are evenly combined.

  3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly, until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight lid and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

  4. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or honey as needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, shaking well before each use.

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Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette

This vinaigrette balances sharp balsamic vinegar with honey's sweetness and a mellow garlic note, emulsified into good olive oil. It works well over leafy salads, roasted vegetables, or as a marinade for chicken, and keeps in the fridge for easy weeknight use.

5 min 16 oz 120 cal

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

  1. 1

    In a small bowl or jar, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Whisk the mixture until the honey dissolves and the ingredients are evenly combined.

  3. 3

    Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly, until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight lid and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or honey as needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, shaking well before each use.