Shallot Vinaigrette
Create a delightful and versatile homemade shallot vinaigrette to elevate your salads, vegetables, and grilled dishes. This dressing offers a perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors, enhanced by the subtle sweetness of shallots. With its simple yet sophisticated taste, it's sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Mason jar or airtight container (for storage)
Ingredients
- 1 small shallot or a 1/3 large shallot - finely minced
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- ¼ cup of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon juice & lemon zest - optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Shallots
- Finely mince the shallots
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the minced shallots, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, zest of a lemon and honey
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
Step 3: Store the Vinaigrette
- Transfer the shallot vinaigrette to a mason jar or airtight container for storage.
- Seal the container tightly and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
For variationÂ
- Add fresh herbs: finely chopped fresh chives, dill, mint, parsley, rosemary, or thyme would all be delicious additions to this vinaigrette.
- Add red chili flakes for a kick of heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed and personalised calculations.