Description
A timeless French salad dressing made with extra virgin olive oil and vinegar, enhanced by Dijon mustard. This adaptable vinaigrette elevates salads, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats with its balanced tangy flavor and velvety texture, capturing the essence of Provençale cuisine in just minutes.
Ingredients
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 small garlic clove (optional)
0.5 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional)
Instructions
Optional: Mince the garlic finely
Combine all ingredients in a bowl
Whisk vigorously until emulsified
Taste and adjust seasoning
Store in an airtight container until ready to use
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better emulsion
Customize vinegar type (red wine/cider) for varying acidity levels
Add herbs like chopped basil or chives as optional variation
Store in fridge for up to 10 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Apéritifs & sauces
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 tablespoons)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg