Description
This easy red wine vinaigrette recipe combines extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic to create a flavorful and versatile dressing. Perfect for salads, vegetables, sandwiches, and more, it comes together in just minutes and offers a fresh, homemade alternative to store-bought dressings.
Ingredients
For the Vinaigrette
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, grated
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is fully emulsified and smooth.
- Alternative Mixing Method. Alternatively, place all the ingredients into a lidded jar and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined and emulsified, making it easy to prepare and store the vinaigrette.
- Serve and Store. Use the vinaigrette immediately on your favorite salad or dish, or store it in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to one week. Shake or whisk again before serving as separation may occur.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of honey based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; you may substitute with garlic powder if needed, but reduce quantity.
- This vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Shake or whisk before each use as the oil and vinegar tend to separate.
- Feel free to substitute dried oregano with fresh herbs like basil or thyme for variation.
