Best Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
A simple, 5-minute recipe you can make in your own kitchen, this recipe is the perfect balance between tangy and sweet all rounded out with the richness of good quality olive oil.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar of Modena
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced or finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher or fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add vinegar, honey, Dijon, garlic and water to a glass jar with a lid and whisk or cover and shake together. Whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until well combined. Once fully emulsified, season with salt and pepper to taste. Should the oil and vinegar separate over time, shake once more before serving.
Notes
Storage: Highly acidic dressings like this balsamic vinaigrette can be stored longer than most homemade dressings—for 3 weeks or more—if kept in a well-sealed container in the refrigerator.