published on July 10, 2024 in Quick Update

Basic White Wine Vinaigrette Recipe

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The most basic dressing is a combination of an acid and oil. A vinaigrette is generally mixed in a ratio of 1 part acid to 3 or 4 parts oil. This white wine vinaigrette is 1-to-3, which produces a more astringent dressing. Think of this as a basic formula that can be tweaked. Use more or less vinegar or oil until the dressing tastes balanced to you. Once you land on the ratio you prefer, adapt it to make an endless variety of dressings. For example, substitute lemon juice and zest for the vinegar for a lemony dressing. Use different oils, such as sesame or avocado, to vary the flavor. Other common additions include herbs, mustard, honey, finely minced garlic, shallot or ginger.

Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

From staff writer G. Daniela Galarza

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Ingredients

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Servings: 8 (Makes 1 cup)

Directions

Time Icon Total: 5 mins

Step 1

To a small bowl, add the white wine vinegar. Whisk as you pour the olive oil into the vinegar in a steady stream. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly. (It may separate, and that is fine.) Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Variations:

Step 3

Balsamic vinaigrette: Use balsamic vinegar instead of white wine vinegar.

Step 4

Red wine vinaigrette: Use red wine vinegar instead of white wine vinegar.

Step 5

Lemon vinaigrette: Use fresh lemon juice instead of white wine vinegar, and add the zest of one lemon.

Step 6

Mustard vinaigrette: Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of Dijon or whole grain mustard to the vinegar before whisking in the oil.

Step 7

Honey vinaigrette: Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of honey to the vinegar before whisking in the oil.

Step 8

Sesame vinaigrette: Use rice vinegar, 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil and 1/2 cup canola oil

Step 9

Ginger-miso vinaigrette: Use rice vinegar, and add 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger and 2 tablespoons shiro (white) miso to the vinegar before whisking in the oil.

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Nutritional Facts

Per serving (2 tablespoons)

Calories
195
Fat
21 g
Saturated Fat
3 g
Sodium
37 mg

This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.