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A plate of Salad, with Vinaigrette
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Basic Vinaigrette

This basic recipe for vinaigrette will unleash a world of flavor combinations that you choose on your own.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 8 ⅛ cup
Calories: 124kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher
Cost: $2

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar or other vinegar or citrus juice or a combination
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • mix-ins for dressing choose a few: 1 tablespoon jam, ½ teaspoon Dijon or dry mustard, ½ teaspoon garlic, ¼ teaspoon favorite dried herbs such as basil, oregano, Italian herbs, herbes de provence, tarragon
  • ½ to ¾ cup neutral oil
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Instructions

  • In a Mason jar, pour the vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the mix-ins of your choice. Cap the jar and shake until well combined.
  • Add the oil and cap again. Shake.
  • Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate and are based on ⅛ of the recipe. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 139IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Iron: 1mg