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A basic vinaigrette can make the simplest, most ordinary of greens spectacular.



Prep Time5 mins

A basic vinaigrette can make the most ordinary of greens spectacular. A proper vinaigrette is an emulsion, which means the oil is contained as very small droplets within the vinegar.

First the salt is dissolved in the vinegar, the mustard and honey are whisked and, finally, the oil is slowly whisked in. The result is a smooth opaque mixture that will cling beautifully to salad greens.

Yields 1 1/4 cups.

 ½ tsp salt
 4 Tbsp red or white wine vinegar
 2 tsp Dijon mustard, smooth or grainy
 2 tsp honey
 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
 Black pepper, to taste

1

In a glass bowl, dissolve the salt in the vinegar. Using a small whisk, whisk in the mustard and honey.

2

Whisk in olive oil im a thin stream until mixture is slightly thickened and opaque.

3

Season with freshly cracked pepper to taste.

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Tips
4

Leftover vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before using.

5

Salad greens should be washed and spun dry with a salad spinner. Dry greens will toss much better with the dressing than wet ones.


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Ingredients

 ½ tsp salt
 4 Tbsp red or white wine vinegar
 2 tsp Dijon mustard, smooth or grainy
 2 tsp honey
 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
 Black pepper, to taste

Directions

1

In a glass bowl, dissolve the salt in the vinegar. Using a small whisk, whisk in the mustard and honey.

2

Whisk in olive oil im a thin stream until mixture is slightly thickened and opaque.

3

Season with freshly cracked pepper to taste.

.

Tips
4

Leftover vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before using.

5

Salad greens should be washed and spun dry with a salad spinner. Dry greens will toss much better with the dressing than wet ones.

Jill’s Basic Vinaigrette