Classic Vinaigrette Recipes

CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinegar, mustard and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper.

CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place mustard in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper and whisk to combine. Slowly whisk in vinegar.
• Whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper and add a splash or two of vinegar if necessary. Vinaigrette may be kept in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 1 week.

HEALTHY CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, and shallots. Add olive oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
• Slowly add oil, whisking until emulsified, or shake the ingredients in a jar, or whirl them in a blender.

BASIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the shallots, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; let the mixture stand 10 minutes. 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.

CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk the mustard and the red wine together in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the 3 tablespoons of oil until the mixture is thickened, then whisk in the olive oil. Taste for seasoning. To thin the vinaigrette, simply whisk in a teaspoon or two of water.