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Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

April 3, 2011 by Katie Wells
Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe

Salad dressings are a great thing to start making yourself. Not only will you save money, but the flavor is so much better with fresh ingredients, and you can avoid vegetable oils and additives.

This balsamic vinaigrette is one of my favorite homemade salad dressings and it is incredibly easy to make at home.

Balsamic vinegar was an acquired taste for me and a love story. I didn’t like it at all when I was younger, and now it is one of my favorite foods. It also has an incredibly unique history.

True balsamic vinegar is aged for at least 12 years. It is made from unfermented cooked grape must, a thick reduction of white grape juice. It is aged in up to five different types of barrels, many of which are older than half a century themselves. It can only be produced in the Modena and Reggio regions of Italy.

Balsamic vinegar that is made following these strict guidelines can obtain the label of “Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale” in Italy and is considered a prize vinegar.

Most balsamic vinegar on store shelves is made with a similar process, but aged for a shorter time. They also are made with a grape juice reduction, but is only aged for at least 3 years. This type of balsamic vinegar is easier to find in most places.

Some products labeled as “balsamic vinegar” in stores are really just cider vinegar or other inexpensive vinegars that have been colored to look like real balsamic vinegar. Check labels and look for a higher quality brand to avoid these, as some can contain artificial colors and flavors.

Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe

Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Katie Wells
This simple balsamic vinaigrette can be made in minutes to spice up any salad or vegetable.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 2 mins
Total Time 2 mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1 cup
Calories 62 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 TBSP honey
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp basil

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in small jar, cap, and shake until mixed.

Notes

Not just for salad! Try drizzling this vinaigrette on top of roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1TBSPCalories: 62kcalCarbohydrates: 1.9gFat: 6.3gSaturated Fat: 0.9gSodium: 19mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1.8g
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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder and CEO of Wellness Mama and Co-Founder of Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Discussion (6 Comments)

  1. Christa

    June 10, 2022 at 3:38 PM

    5 stars
    Delicious! This is my go-to salad dressing now!

    Reply
  2. Jeff

    September 30, 2020 at 12:28 PM

    made your dressing and loved it but when i refrigerated it came out clumpy the next use. was it supposed to be like that

    Reply
  3. Daminica

    May 6, 2019 at 7:19 AM

    Love your site and just joined!
    Do I need to refrigerate the balsamic vinagarette or it’s ok left out for how many days/weeks?
    Thank you so much!!

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      May 6, 2019 at 7:40 AM

      I would refrigerate it. So glad you’re here! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Tori

    May 14, 2016 at 8:41 AM

    My favorite dressing is 1000 Island. I usual make it myself with Just Mayo, ketchup, relish and a squirt of fresh lemon juice. =9

    Love your site! It’s loaded with valuable information. Thanks for taking the time to share. Have a blessed day!

    Reply
  5. Melea Branch

    October 8, 2014 at 9:47 PM

    I have been using Annie’s Naturals Shitake Sesame Vinaigrette for years, and I’m just now realizing the ingredients contain soy, soy sauce, and canola oil. uh oh! Can’t use my fave dressing anymore! I’m going to try this recipe. I may add in some shitake mushrooms and sesame seeds.

    Reply

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