Basic French Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Basic French Vinaigrette
15 min.
2
261kcal

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Elevate your salads with this delightful Basic French Vinaigrette, a timeless dressing that perfectly balances flavor and simplicity. Whether you're tossing a fresh green salad or drizzling it over roasted vegetables, this vinaigrette will add a burst of zing to your dishes. Made from wholesome ingredients, this recipe embodies the essence of classic French cuisine while being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for nearly every dietary preference.

With just a few basic ingredients like shallots, Dijon mustard, and high-quality extra-virgin olive oil, you can create a dressing that is not only delicious but also takes mere minutes to prepare. The key lies in emulsifying the oil with the vinegar, creating a luscious, creamy texture without any dairy. The subtle heat from the Dijon mustard pairs beautifully with the tangy notes of red or white wine vinegar, while the finely chopped shallots add a touch of sweetness and depth. Plus, the preparation is so easy that even novice cooks can impress their guests with a homemade dressing!

Why settle for store-bought when you can create this vibrant vinaigrette at home? It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week, ready to brighten up your meals whenever you need it. Try this recipe today and enhance your culinary creations with the fresh taste of a homemade French vinaigrette!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground to taste
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon sea salt to taste fine
  • tablespoons shallots finely chopped
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the shallots, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; let the mixture stand 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the mustard, then add the oil in a very slow, thin, steady stream, whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified. Season with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: The vinaigrette can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories261kcal
Protein0.73%
Fat96.17%
Carbs3.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47
Glycemic Load
0.44
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.8873913560225%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:260.87kcal
13.04%
Fat:28.18g
43.36%
Saturated Fat:3.88g
24.25%
Carbohydrates:2.05g
0.68%
Net Carbohydrates:1.49g
0.54%
Sugar:0.86g
0.95%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:348.67mg
15.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.48g
0.96%
Vitamin E:4.05mg
27.03%
Vitamin K:17.17µg
16.36%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.52%
Selenium:1.83µg
2.61%
Iron:0.44mg
2.42%
Fiber:0.56g
2.24%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.91%
Potassium:48.42mg
1.38%
Magnesium:5.28mg
1.32%
Phosphorus:12.76mg
1.28%
Vitamin C:0.89mg
1.08%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious