Ingredients for Basic Vinaigrette Dressing With 8 Variations
- Oil
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Vinaigrette
- 1 clove minced garlic
- Italian Seasoning
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Bacon
- Onion
- Celery Seed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Brown Sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Mayonnaise
- Vinaigrette Dressing
- Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Balsamic Vinegar
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How to Make Basic Vinaigrette Dressing With 8 Variations
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For a tangier dressing, add more vinegar. For a richer dressing, add more olive oil.
- For variations, follow the instructions below after completing the basic vinaigrette step:
- **Variation 1 (Creamy Ranch):** Add 2 tablespoons sour cream and 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives.
- **Variation 2 (Lemon Herb):** Add 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
- **Variation 3 (Balsamic Glaze):** Whisk in 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze.
- **Variation 4 (Garlic Herb):** Add 1 clove minced garlic and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
- **Variation 5 (Honey Mustard):** Add 1 tablespoon honey.
- **Variation 6 (Spicy Chipotle):** Add 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- **Variation 7 (Asian Sesame):** Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
- **Variation 8 (Roasted Red Pepper):** Add 2 tablespoons roasted red pepper puree.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
70 g
Sugar
164g
Fat
397g
Carbs
28g
