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Basic Vinaigrette

This is a basic vinaigrette that is very flavorful on salads and can be customized to your liking. Once your family has this, you will never want bottled dressing again!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: dressing, salad, salad dressing, vinaigrette
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 137kcal
Author: Chef Joe Chavez
Cost: 3.05

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Garlic Press
  • Teaspoon
  • Tablespoon
  • Measuring Cup
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1/2 shallot finely minced
  • 2 tsp Chef Joe's Perfect Salt and Pepper
  • water cold as needed
  • 2 tsp Chef Joe's Italian Seasoning

Instructions

  • Tip: Place a towel under the bowl to prevent it from slipping on your counter.
  • In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and mustard.
  • Then add the red wine vinegar, garlic, shallots and Chef Joe's Italian Seasoning.
  • Whisk these together. This is your base.
  • Very slowly whisk in the oil to create an emulsion.
  • If the dressing gets too thick, add a little cold water to thin it to your desired consistency.

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Nutrition

Serving: 2Tbsp | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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