American Kitchen Classic French Vinaigrette

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1

American Kitchen Classic French Vinaigrette Recipe for Your Salad

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

166

Sugar

Fat

18g

A French vinaigrette is a classic dressing that is simple and refreshing. This American Kitchen Classic French Vinaigrette is no different, with the right amount of tang and acidity to give your greens some zing. It's a perfect salad dressing for any occasion since it can be prepared quickly and does not require any complicated ingredients. It's also an excellent marinade for grilled chicken or fish, a must-have recipe in your kitchen recipe arsenal.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, shallot, and salt.
2.	While whisking continuously, gradually pour in the olive oil until the mixture is thick and emulsified.
3.	Add the freshly ground black pepper, and whisk for a few more seconds.
4.	The vinaigrette is now ready to be used as a salad dressing or marinade.

PROS

This vinaigrette recipe is made with simple ingredients that you might already have in your pantry.

The tangy and acidic taste pairs well with various salads.

CONS

This vinaigrette is high in calories and fat, making it suitable only when used to enhance the nutrients in the salad in small amounts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This vinaigrette recipe is healthy, as it is made with olive oil, which is rich in monounsaturated fats that have anti-inflammatory properties.
The red wine vinegar in this vinaigrette is also loaded with antioxidants that are beneficial to your health.

	1/4 cup red wine vinegar
	2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
	1 tablespoon shallot , minced
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
	1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper