Classic French Vinaigrette Recipes

FRENCH SALAD DRESSING (FRENCH VINAIGRETTE)

Steps:

• Place ingredients in a jar and shake well until combined. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Let rest for 5 minutes before using, or keep up to 2 weeks.
• Small Batch: Use to dress 4 handfuls of leafy greens.

CLASSIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine in a large bowl or jar the shallot, Dijon mustard, salt, lemon juice, and red-wine vinegar. Whisk together to combine well. Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Store jar in refrigerator if making ahead and shake well before using.
• Serve with 2 large heads Bibb, butter, or romaine lettuce that has been washed and dried well. Tear lettuce leaves into bite-size pieces and toss with dressing.

CLASSIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a medium-sized bowl, stir together with garlic, mustard, vinegar, and salt. With a small whisk or fork, slowly whisk in oil to form a nice creamy emulsified dressing.
• Taste and season with salt and pepper. Stir in minced shallot if using

GREEN SALAD WITH THE ULTIMATE FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a two-cup glass measure, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Slowly add the olive oil and continue whisking until the vinaigrette is emulsified. Toss the greens with enough dressing to moisten and serve.

BASIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the shallots, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; let the mixture stand 10 minutes. Whisk in the mustard, then add the oil in a very slow, thin, steady stream, whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified. Season with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: The vinaigrette can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, up to 1 week.

CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinegar, mustard and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper.

CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Put the mustard, vinegar and olive oil in a jar and season. Shake vigorously to mix. Store in a cool place (not the fridge) until ready to use. Use for all your salads or try one of our recipes, right. Vinaigrette will keep for a week.

BASIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a bowl whisk together the vinegar, the mustard, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the vinaigrette until it is emulsified.

CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place mustard in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper and whisk to combine. Slowly whisk in vinegar.
• Whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper and add a splash or two of vinegar if necessary. Vinaigrette may be kept in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 1 week.

CLASSIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar and seasonings together. Drizzle in the olive oil and continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly. You may use an immersion blender if you prefer.
• If you refrigerate the dressing, bring it to room temperature and whisk (or shake well) before serving.

THE BEST VINAIGRETTE IN THE WORLD EVER, EVER

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a jam jar, make sure the lid is on tightly, and shake the living daylights out of it.
• Leave it to sit for at least half an hour before serving to allow the garlic to infuse.