Dijon Vinaigrette Variations Recipes

DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Just before serving, shake dressing again.

DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk the vinegar, mustard, 1 tablespoon water, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Stir in the tarragon if using.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING WITH 8 VARIATIONS

Steps:

• Shake all ingredients for your chosen variation together in a tightly-lidded container OR whisk together in a small bowl.
• Let stand 10 minutes to rehydrate dried herbs and blend flavors.
• Shake again then dress salad as desired.
• Note -- I recommend the lemon dressing on spinach.
• Note -- I recommend the Bacon Dressing, Mustard Dressing, and Balsamic Vinaigrette on strong greens such as escarole, curly endive, and dandelion greens.
• Note -- The sweeter version of the mustard dressing is great for a vinegar coleslaw if you discover that you have accidentally gotten one of those occasional cabbages that are a touch on the bitter side.
• Note -- feel free to play with other seasonings, more complex blends, flavored oils, and flavored vinegars. Once you've learned the technique you can customize your salad dressing to suit just about any meal.

HONEY DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and honey together in a bowl.

DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk the juice, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper until combined.
• Whisking constantly, add the olive oil in a steady stream; whisk until thickened and creamy. Alternatively shake all ingredients in a small jar.

DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk lemon juice, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and garlic in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Return to room temperature before using.

CLASSIC DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Blend first 4 ingredients in blender.
• Add oil and pepper; blend 15 sec.

EVERYDAY VINAIGRETTE WITH LOTS OF VARIATIONS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine oil, water, garlic, mustard and salt and pepper.
• Mix well.
• Variations: Add ONE of the following to the dressing: 1 tsp sesame oil. 1/4 tsp cumin. 1 fresh Parmesan cheese, grated.
• Herb Dressing: Add 2 T chopped fresh herbs (basil, dill or parsley or a combination).
• Poppyseed Dressing: Omit mustard and garlic. Add 1 T poppy seeds and 1 tsp sugar.
• Ginger Garlic Dressing: use 1 T each of vegetable oil and sesame oil; add 1 tsp finely minced gingerroot, omit mustard.