Sweet, tart, peppery and delicious, this honey balsamic dressing is sure to become your go-to vinaigrette. Use this simple vinaigrette to dress everything from your simple green salad to your elegant first course.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Total Time5 minutesmins
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegetarian
Servings: 20salads (approximately; Recipe makes 3/4 cup dressing)
Whisk. In a large bowl, add the olive oil, Dijon, balsamic, and honey. Season with a pinch of salt and whisk until the vinaigrette is fully emulsified.
Taste and adjust as necessary. If it is too thick for your liking, just add one tablespoon of boiled water to loosen it. If you’d like it to be more peppery, add more Dijon. For more sweetness, add more honey. For more tartness, add a splash more of balsamic. If it tastes a bit dull or flat, whisk in a pinch more salt.
Use or store. Use immediately, or store in a jar with a lid and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, shaking well before serving.
Notes
If your honey is very thick, whisk in one tablespoon of boiled water to help loosen it.
Honey varies in taste depending on the type. I like mild, light-tasting honey, like our like our Greek Alfa Honey. You could substitute maple syrup for honey to make it vegan. As with all sweeteners, you want to taste and adjust as you go so that it doesn’t overpower.