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    Home » Recipes » Condiments, Sauces and Spices

    By Amy · Published: Jul 5, 2022 · Updated: Jul 5, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 2 Comments

    Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette

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    You’ll never want store-bought again after making this easy and flavor-packed Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette using simple pantry ingredients. The best part is that it comes together in just 5 minutes!

    Front view of a jar of balsamic vinaigrette with a salad in the background.

    This vinaigrette is bold, sweet, tangy and deliciously seasoned.  You probably have all of the ingredients on-hand to make it, so why not?  This dressing will add so much flavor to your salads – it’s also delicious as a marinade for chicken and vegetables.

    Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients

    Ingredients for balsamic vinaigrette dressing on a marble surface with overlay text.
    • Balsamic vinegar
    • Olive oil (extra-virgin)
    • Honey – Maple syrup can be substituted for honey.
    • Salt
    • Black pepper
    • Garlic
    • Prepared Dijon mustard
    • Italian seasoning

    Feel free to adjust the amounts of herbs and seasonings to your personal preference.

    How to Prepare

    Overhead view of balsamic salad dressing in a bowl with a whisk.

    This couldn’t be easier to make! Simply whisk together vinegar, garlic, honey, mustard, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning in a medium bowl. Slowly pour in oil, while continuing to whisk until incorporated.

    Homemade balsamic vinaigrette in a jar with a garden salad in the background.

    How to Store

    Store in a jar with a lid or an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Keep in mind that the amount of time this will last is dependent upon the freshness of the ingredients used.

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    Not only is this dressing easy to prepare, amazingly delicious and budget-friendly – it’s a healthier alternative to store-bought because it’s sweetened with honey (no added sugars!). Enjoy!

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    Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette

    This bold, sweet and tangy balsamic vinaigrette dressing is so easy to prepare using staple ingredients!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Condiments
    Cuisine: French
    Keyword: balsamic vinaigrette
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Author: Amy

    Ingredients

    • ⅔ cup balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
    • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ⅔ cup olive oil extra virgin

    Instructions

    • Whisk together vinegar, garlic, honey, mustard, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning in a medium bowl.
    • Slowly pour in olive oil, while continuing to whisk until incorporated.
    • Store in a jar with a lid (or an airtight container) in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake or stir well before using.

    Notes

    • This recipe yields approximately 1 ½ cups, which is 12 servings (2 tablespoons each serving).
    • Feel free to adjust the amounts of herbs and seasonings to your personal preference.
    • The amount of time this will last in the fridge is dependent upon the freshness of ingredients used.  

    Nutrition

    Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 225mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.3mg

    If provided, nutritional info is a courtesy, is not guaranteed and should only be considered as a guideline.

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    1. ARthur in the Garden! says

      August 03, 2016 at 8:10 am

      5 stars
      Great Recipe!

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        August 03, 2016 at 10:09 am

        Thanks so much, Arthur! 🙂

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