Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette
This Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette is a flavorful salad dressing that's great on salads, but also on roasted vegetables and grilled meats.
Servings: 8
Calories: 71kcal
Equipment
- Immersion blender or small blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lightly packed basil leaves coarsely chopped
- 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 small clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or MSG-salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup canola oil or other neutral oil like grapeseed or avocado
Instructions
- Add the coarsely chopped basil, 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 small clove garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to a 2-cup measuring cup (or any vessel that will fit your immersion blender). Blend until smooth.
- With the immersion blender running, slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup canola oil and continue blending until emulsified. Use immediately on salad, roasted vegetables or meats, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
Calories: 71kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg
