Basil Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Basil Vinaigrette
10 min.
10
63kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious way to elevate your salads and side dishes? Look no further than this vibrant Basil Vinaigrette! Packed with the fresh aroma of basil and balanced with the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar, this dressing will transform any meal into a gourmet experience.

This recipe is not just flavorful; it's also versatile and accommodating for a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free, this vinaigrette checks all the boxes. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this dressing in under 10 minutes, making it the perfect choice for those busy weeknight dinners or last-minute gatherings.

The sweet notes from brown sugar harmonize beautifully with the richness of olive oil, while the mellow garlic and shallots add depth and complexity to every drop. With only 63 calories per serving, you can enjoy a generous splash of this vinaigrette on your salads, roasted vegetables, or even as a marinade for grilled proteins without any guilt!

So grab your whisk and get ready to delight your taste buds with this sensational Basil Vinaigrette. You’ll wonder how you ever enjoyed a salad without it!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup olive oil 
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • large shallots minced

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together basil, balsamic vinegar, shallots, garlic, brown sugar, pepper, and salt until blended. Gradually add olive oil, whisking constantly until blended.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein2.74%
Fat62.32%
Carbs34.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.2
Glycemic Load
1.61
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.5430434961682%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.29kcal
3.16%
Fat:4.35g
6.69%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.76%
Carbohydrates:5.49g
1.83%
Net Carbohydrates:5.08g
1.85%
Sugar:3.87g
4.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:121.07mg
5.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.43g
0.86%
Vitamin K:8µg
7.62%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.07%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.26%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.43%
Iron:0.32mg
1.77%
Potassium:59.15mg
1.69%
Fiber:0.41g
1.63%
Vitamin C:1.3mg
1.57%
Vitamin A:64.88IU
1.3%
Calcium:12.89mg
1.29%
Magnesium:5.08mg
1.27%
Copper:0.02mg
1.14%
Phosphorus:10.84mg
1.08%
Folate:4.29µg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes