BASIC VINAIGRETTE
It's hard to imagine five minutes better spent in the kitchen than those making vinaigrette, the closest thing there is to an all-purpose sauce. At its most basic, vinaigrette is acid and oil, salt and pepper, with additional flavors as desired. This standard vinaigrette begins, not surprisingly, with extra-virgin olive oil. To vary the flavor, you could use walnut or hazelnut oil or, if you want to play down the flavor of oil, a neutral oil like grapeseed or canola. It continues with good wine vinegar, which could take you from champagne vinegar to an extra-mild Asian rice vinegar. (Balsamic and sherry vinegars are too dominant for many uses.) Lemon juice is a fine substitute, but because it is less acidic than most vinegars, you will need more of it.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, condiments
Time 5m
Yield About 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except shallot in a blender and turn on machine; a creamy emulsion will form within 30 seconds. Taste and add vinegar a teaspoon or two at a time until balance tastes right to you.
- Add shallot, if using, and turn machine on and off a few times until shallot is minced within dressing. Taste, adjust seasoning and serve. (This will keep, refrigerated, for a few days.)
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 59 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
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Talib Ali
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it always turns out great.
sojol islan
[email protected]This vinaigrette is a great way to add some extra flavor to your favorite dishes.
Saqib Ali Saqi
[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect dressing for any salad.
B M Rabbi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.
Kimi Brown
[email protected]I've used this recipe to make a marinade for chicken and it was delicious.
Alex Gentry
[email protected]This vinaigrette is a great way to add some flavor to a simple salad.
Jani Saab
[email protected]I like to add a little bit of garlic powder to this recipe.
Precious Oji
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover herbs.
Carli Badillo
[email protected]This vinaigrette is a staple in my kitchen. I use it on everything from salads to grilled vegetables.
Hetem Doci
[email protected]I've made this vinaigrette several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes great.
Lorraine Lethule
[email protected]This is my favorite vinaigrette recipe. It's the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.
Koko Oo
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so simple, but it always turns out perfect. I've even started using it as a marinade for chicken and fish.
justin Abir 06
[email protected]This vinaigrette is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it on salads, grilled chicken, and even fish. It's always a hit.
Mujammel Haq
[email protected]I made this vinaigrette last night and it was delicious! I used it on a salad of roasted vegetables and it was the perfect complement.
tofajjal tofajjal
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own custom vinaigrettes. I like to add a little bit of Dijon mustard, honey, and fresh herbs to mine.
Reek Sharma
[email protected]I've been using this vinaigrette recipe for years. It's my go-to dressing for salads, marinades, and even dipping sauces. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Jose Gallegos
[email protected]This basic vinaigrette recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and tastes delicious. I used it on a salad of mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion. It was the perfect dressing, light and flavorful.