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Homemade Red Wine Vinaigrette

This simple homemade salad dressing will add tangy flavor to fresh salads and so much more! Double (or even triple) the batch to enjoy for meal prep and pair it with all your #SaladsThatDontSuck!
Course Salad, Sauces and Dressings
Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword Basic Red Wine Vinaigrette, Homemade Vinaigrette, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 5 servings
Calories 195kcal

Equipment

  • measuring cups and spoons
  • small whisk or fork
  • small bowl or jar with a tight fitting lid

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1-2 tsp brown sugar or honey optional for sweetness

Instructions

  • Mince the garlic if not using prepared chopped garlic. Measure all ingredients into a small bowl or jar with a tight fitting lid.
  • Whisk or shake until the red wine vinaigrette is emulsified and mixed. Some separation may occur. Serve immediately as a salad dressing, or store for other uses in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.

Notes

As written, this recipe yields approximately 2/3 cup, or about 150 ml. Adjust the serving portions according to your preference or individual nutrition needs. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg