Balsamic Vinaigrette

This easy homemade balsamic vinaigrette is one of those back-pocket recipes every home cook needs. Made with pantry staples and ready in under 5 minutes, it’s tangy, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced. I love using it on simple green salads or grilled veggies chicken. Skip the store-bought bottle because this version tastes better, has no weird ingredients, and you can tweak it to fit your taste. I keep a jar in the fridge at all times.

Balsamic Vinaigrette

This simple balsamic vinaigrette is made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. It’s the perfect mix of tangy, savory, and just a little sweet. Shake it up in a jar or whisk it in a bowl for a fresh, flavorful dressing in minutes. Great for salads, grain bowls, or even as a marinade.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Meal Prep

Cuisine American

Servings 14 tablespoons

Calories 78 kcal

Equipment

• mason jar

Ingredients

  

• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tsp dijon mustard
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 tsp minced garlic (about 1 large clove)
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

 

• Mix all ingredients in a mason jar. With the lid on tight, shake to emulsify. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks. Option to use a blender to make a more creamy dressing.
• Set out on counter to come to room temperature and shake up again before use.

Keyword salad