Salad Dressing with Balsamic Vinegar
People spend a lot money buying salad dressings, but they are so easy to make using basic ingredients! Here's how to make one with balsamic vinegar.
I am always surprised at how many salad dressings are available for purchase at the grocery stores. People spend a lot money buying salad dressings, but they are so easy to make using basic ingredients! Also, when you make your own, you can make little adjustments to get them just right!
Since it is late spring, and some of us are already starting to harvest some greens, I thought I would share a recipe for a vinaigrette using balsamic vinegar. Here's how to make enough for a salad for 4-6 people.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp oil (use whatever you have, I recommend olive oil)
1 tbsp sugar (use a little more or a little less depending on taste)
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
Pinch of herb (parsley/oregano/basil/etc.)
Directions:
Put everything in a jar
Allow 5 min for the salt and sugar to dissolve
Shake the jar vigorously
Put it on the salad and toss
Variations:
The ratios of the recipe above can be adjusted up or down depending on taste or how much is needed. If the salad is really big, add another tbsp of oil. With regard to the herbs, I recommend using just one herb so that it’s flavor can be distinct. If you absolutely hate mustard you can leave it out - but it really helps the dressing stay mixed because it is an emulsifier. Who knows - you may not mind it in a vinaigrette! Try 1/2 tsp and see what you think.
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