Basic Vinaigrette
This basic vinaigrette recipe will unleash a world of flavor combinations that you choose on your own. Mix and match your favorite vinegar, spices, and other mix-ins for easy homemade salad dressings.
Servings: 8 ⅛ cup
Calories: 124kcal
Cost: $1.30
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
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.¼ cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, mix-ins for dressing
- Add the oil and cap again. Shake.½ to ¾ cup neutral oil
- 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