Description
This Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette has big flavor and is one of our favorite salad dressings. Fresh basil flavor permeates the vinaigrette, along with garlic, shallot and sweet balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. minced shallots (from 1 medium shallot)
- 1 clove garlic, grated or minced
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp. table salt, plus more as desired
- 1/2 cup olive oil, plus more as desired
- 1/2 cup lightly packed basil leaves
Instructions
- Whisk together the balsamic, shallots, garlic, mustard and salt in a medium mixing bowl until smooth. Slowly drizzle in the oil while continuing to whisk vigorously.
- Pack the basil leaves together tightly and roll into a log. Thinly slice to chiffonade. Stir basil into the dressing. Adjust seasoning and oil, as desired. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Using an Immersion Blender
- Add all the ingredients except the oil to a wide-mouth jar. Use an immersion blender and pulse a few times to roughly chop. Run the blender and stir until the ingredients are well blended.
- With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the oil. Continue to blend until smooth and slightly creamy. Follow these same steps to make this recipe in an regular blender or a small food processor.
Notes
- Try Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette on a simple side salad with greens and tomatoes, or drizzled over caprese, bruschetta or a grain bowl.
- Serve the dressing as a dip for crusty bread.
- Use the dressing as a marinade for chicken, beef or pork.
- Adjust the seasoning after the dressings sits for a few minutes.
- Add more oil if the dressing is too acidic
- Prep Time: 5 min.
- Cook Time: 0 min.
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: American