Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette Recipe

Elevate your salads with this classic Craig Claiborne vinaigrette! Quick, easy, and unbelievably flavorful, this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a creamy, thick dressing that's perfect for any salad. Choose your favorite oil – peanut, corn, or olive – and get ready to experience salad perfection!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 2 mins
Calories 324.8 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette

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How to Make Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar.
  2. Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of your chosen oil (peanut, corn, or olive) while whisking constantly. This emulsifies the dressing, creating a creamy texture.
  3. Continue whisking until the vinaigrette thickens to the consistency of mayonnaise.
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon finely minced shallots (or 1 teaspoon shallot powder).
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or vinegar to your preference.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

30g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette?

Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette takes about 7 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 2 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette?

Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette has approximately 324.8 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 55 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette?

The key ingredients for Craig Claiborne's Vinaigrette are Dijon Mustard, Salt, Pepper, Red Wine Vinegar, Peanut Oil, Shallot. See the full list with measurements above.

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