## Parsley Vinaigrette: A Versatile Dressing for Salads, Roasted Vegetables, and More
Parsley vinaigrette is a versatile dressing made with fresh parsley, olive oil, vinegar, and a touch of Dijon mustard. It is a great way to add flavor and freshness to salads, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or even as a marinade for chicken or fish. This article provides three parsley vinaigrette recipes, each with a unique flavor profile to suit different dishes. The first recipe is a classic parsley vinaigrette, made with red wine vinegar and a hint of garlic. The second recipe adds a touch of sweetness with honey and Dijon mustard, while the third recipe uses white wine vinegar and capers for a more briny flavor. With its bright, herbaceous flavor and versatility, parsley vinaigrette is a must-have dressing for any home cook.
MUSHROOM SALAD IN GARLIC AND PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Place the mushrooms in a medium glass bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss gently. Allow to sit at least 10 minutes, until the mushrooms are wilted and impregnated with sauce. Check for seasoning and add additional salt and pepper, if necessary.;
- Place shallot, garlic, parsley, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in the bottom of a small mixing bowl. Stir to combine, then whisk in olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Alternately, place all ingredients in a clean 8-ounce jar. Cover and shake vigorously.
GRILLED-VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD WITH PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Food Processor Herb Pasta Vegetable Side Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Corn Zucchini Summer Grill Healthy Vegan Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Blend parsley, vinegar and garlic in processor until parsley is finely chopped, scraping down sides of bowl twice. With machine running, gradually add 1/2 cup olive oil. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta. Rinse under cold water and drain again. Transfer to large bowl. Mix in 2 tablespoons vinaigrette.
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Place smoke chips in 8x6-inch foil packet with open top. Set packet atop coals about 5 minutes before grilling.
- Brush corn, zucchini and onion with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill vegetables until cooked through and beginning to brown, turning often, about 12 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut kernels from corncobs. Cut zucchini and onion into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Add corn kernels, zucchini and onion to pasta in large bowl. Mix in enough vinaigrette to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
FARFALLE PASTA WITH BEET VINAIGRETTE AND PARSLEY PESTO
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Time 40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the parsley pesto: Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the kosher salt until the water tastes like seawater and stir to blend. Add the parsley and cook for 1 minute, and then remove with a slotted spoon. Immediately plunge leaves into an ice bath and allow to cool, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain the leaves slightly and then put them in the blender with the sugar and olive oil. Blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add some water to facilitate blending. Taste for seasoning. Stir in the scallions and set aside in a bowl large enough to hold the pasta.
- For the beet vinaigrette: Put the beet pieces in a medium saucepan and add 1 cup of water. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Allow it to reduce until there is about 1/4 cup liquid. Add the remaining 1 cup of water and reduce again until you have only 1/4 cup left. Season to taste. Remove from the heat and stir in the red wine vinegar and olive oil.
- For the pasta: In a large pot, bring 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add a generous amount of salt; the pasta water should taste like seawater. Add the pasta to the pot and stir so it doesn't stick to the bottom as it cooks. Cook the pasta until al dente (chewy but not hard or raw tasting) 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a colander, reserving some pasta cooking liquid in case you need it later.
- To serve: Pour the pasta into the bowl with the parsley pesto. Add the beet vinaigrette and butter and toss to blend. Add the Parmesan and finely sliced beet greens, if using. Serve immediately. Alternatively, you can drizzle the red beet vinaigrette over the pasta for a different color effect.
PARSLEY, RADICCHIO, AND NAPA CABBAGE SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Leafy Green Appetizer Passover Quick & Easy Lemon Spring Kosher Cabbage Parsley Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together lemon juice, zest, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar is dissolved, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
- Just before serving, toss cabbage, parsley, and radicchio in a large bowl with just enough dressing to coat, then season with salt and pepper.
TOMATO SALAD WITH PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
Give tomatoes a flavor boost with this fast salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a blender, combine parsley, oil, vinegar, mustard, and garlic; season with salt and pepper, and blend until vinaigrette is smooth. Drizzle tomatoes with vinaigrette, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 g, Fat 9 g, Protein 1 g
MUSSELS IN PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
Chilled, cooked mussels in vinaigrette have layers of flavor from Dijon mustard, rice-wine vinegar, olive oil, shallots, and parsley.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced shallots; cook, stirring, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add wine; bring to a boil. Add mussels; cover and cook, stirring once, until mussels open, about 3 minutes. (Discard unopened shells.)
- Remove mussels with a slotted spoon; discard cooking liquid. Chill mussels in a bowl in the refrigerator, about 1 hour.
- Whisk together mustard, chopped shallots, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Pour in remaining 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in parsley. Vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
- Toss chilled mussels with 1/2 cup vinaigrette. If desired, serve on the half shell on a bed of lettuce. Garnish with parsley. Drizzle with more vinaigrette, if desired.
PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Seamus Mullen
Categories Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Sodium Salad Dressing Low Cholesterol Parsley Lemon Juice Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pulse parsley, oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic in a food processor until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
GRILLED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES WITH PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
This crowd-pleasing dish doesn't contain gluten, dairy, or nuts, so it's suitable for just about everyone to enjoy.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Over a high gas flame, roast peppers until charred, 16 minutes, turning frequently. Transfer to a bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let steam 20 minutes. Meanwhile, heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Toss zucchini with 1 1/2 teaspoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill zucchini until browned, about 4 minutes, flipping once. Drizzle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill until cooked through, about 6 minutes, flipping once.
- Rub peppers with paper towels to remove skin. Stem, seed, and slice into 1/2-inch strips. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Stir in currants, artichokes, and parsley. Arrange chicken and vegetables on a serving platter and drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28 g
PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
This is my mom's recipe and it keeps for a long time. It yields approximately 2 cups. For many yummy salads
Provided by monicatisminesky
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend all the ingredients in a blender of food processor. Work until its homogeneous.
CASHEW AND PARSLEY-CRUMBED CHICKEN WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
A tasty chicken dish with easy-to-prepare salad greens, cherry tomatoes and red capsicums (or red bell peppers). Rocket, mesculun or baby spinach leaves are ideal greens. I always opt for baby spinach leaves. This recipe is from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'fresh food fast: delicious no-fuss healthy recipes'.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced/325°F/3 gas mark.
- Blend or process the nuts until they resemble a coarse meal; combine them in a medium, shallow bowl with the parsley and breadcrumbs; beat the eggs lightly in another medium shallow bowl and place the flour in another shallow bowl.
- Halve the chicken pieces diagonally and slice though each piece horizontally; coat the chicken pieces in the flour and shake away any excess; dip each chicken piece in egg then in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat the oil in a large pan, preferably non-stick; cook the chicken in batches until it has browned on both sides; place the chicken on an oiled oven tray; cook in the oven, uncovered, for about ten minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- The Mustard Vinaigrette: make the mustard vinaigrette by combining all the ingredients in a screw top jar and shaking it well; combine the vinaigrette with the rocket, tomato halves and capsicum slices in a large bowl; toss the salad gently then serve it with the chicken.
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, especially parsley, are essential for making a flavorful parsley vinaigrette. Dried herbs can be used, but they will not provide the same intensity of flavor.
- Choose a good quality vinegar: The type of vinegar you use will also affect the flavor of your vinaigrette. White wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and red wine vinegar are all popular choices. Experiment with different vinegars to find one that you like.
- Balance the flavors: A good parsley vinaigrette should have a balance of flavors, including sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. You can adjust the sweetness of the vinaigrette by adding more or less honey or sugar. The sourness can be adjusted by adding more or less vinegar. The saltiness can be adjusted by adding more or less salt. And the bitterness can be adjusted by adding more or less Dijon mustard.
- Emulsify the dressing: Emulsifying the dressing is essential for creating a smooth and creamy texture. To do this, whisk the vinegar and oil together vigorously until they are combined. You can also use a blender or food processor to emulsify the dressing.
- Let the dressing rest: Allowing the dressing to rest for a few minutes before using it will allow the flavors to meld together. This will result in a more flavorful dressing.
Conclusion:
Parsley vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes, including salads, grilled vegetables, and fish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious parsley vinaigrette that will elevate your next meal.
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