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Creamy Dijon Vinaigrette

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A jug of Dijon vinaigrette salad dressing.
Photo by Zach DeSart

Coby Ming, Harvest, Louisville, KY: "When I make vinaigrette, I always reach for Dijon. It's got the perfect balance of zip and bite and helps emulsify the dressing.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 3/4 cup

Ingredients

1/4 cup good-quality red or white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 garlic clove
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Pulse 1/4 cup good-quality red or white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 garlic clove in a blender to combine. With motor running, slowly add 1/2 cup vegetable oil, then 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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