How do you make balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Balsamic Vinegar Dressing is possibly the simplest of all salad dressings, a classic that everyone should know off by heart! Made with 1 part balsamic vinegar to 3 parts olive oil, plus salt and pepper. A fantastic standby because Balsamic Vinegar Dressing lasts for 3 to 4 weeks. So make a BIG BATCH!

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What is balsamic vinaigrette dressing made of?
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Making a Balsamic Vinegar Dressing is as simple as remembering this:

1 part vinegar to 3 parts olive oil.

That’s all you need to know. My job is done.

Signing off!

Just kidding!!! 😉

I have one more little thing to share. The better the quality of the balsamic vinegar and olive oil, the better the dressing. There is nothing wrong with making this using your run-of-the-mill balsamic vinegar and olive oil. It is just that it gets better the better the quality. So when you go to posh restaurants and you gasp because they have the audacity to charge $18 for a tiny side salad made with just leafy greens and Balsamic Salad Dressing, it’s because they’ve used top of the line ingredients.

Not just for the dressing. There are leafy greens. Then there are leafy greens. And if you are lucky enough to grow your own, I envy you.

For ordinary folk like me, when I want the best of the best leafy greens on demand, David Jones Food Hall is my no-fail place I head.

I made this very classic leafy green salad with the David Jones Young & Tender Baby Leaves, a drizzle of my Balsamic Dressing and shavings of parmesan. Simply beautiful. The operative word there being “beautiful”.

I scoffed this down for lunch 2 seconds after I snapped that photo! – Nagi x

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A classic dressing that everyone should know! The "formula" is 1 part vinegar to 3 parts oil. Some people who like sharper dressing will use less oil. The better the quality of the vinegar and oil, the better the dressing!

Big Batch To Keep

▢ 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (ordinary, not caramelised or syrupy)
▢ 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (or less if you like sharper dressing)
▢ Salt and pepper to taste

Single Batch (Serves 3 - 4 as a side)

▢ 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
▢ 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or less if you like sharper dressing)
▢ Salt and pepper to taste

Optional extra

▢ Honey or sugar , to taste

Place ingredients in a jar and shake very well. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Keeps for 3 weeks on the counter (unless it is very hot where you are, store it in the fridge), assuming you use fresh olive oil. Do not keep for more than 4 weeks as high quality olive oil tends to lose flavour beyond 4 weeks after opening the bottle.

A classic salad for Balsamic Vinegar Dressing is rocket (arugula) or other leafy greens with shavings of parmesan. That's the sort of salad you will often find on the menu of posh restaurants.

Don’t miss all the other Ready To Use Dressings I shared! These all last for 2+ weeks, most for 3 weeks. Find them all here.

I believe you can make great food with everyday ingredients even if you’re short on time and cost conscious. You just need to cook clever and get creative!

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What is balsamic vinaigrette dressing made of?

Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe Ingredients Balsamic vinegar – It fills the dressing with bold, sweet, and tangy flavor. Extra-virgin olive oil – It gives the dressing body and richness. Dijon mustard – For extra tang. Honey or maple syrup – It mellows the acidity of the mustard and balsamic.

How do you make balsamic vinegar from scratch?

Combine five parts vinegar and one part sugar in a pan; then, cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely. For the best flavor and color match, use a dark, aged vinegar, like Chinese black vinegar or rice vinegar. Allow your substitute to cool completely before using it in your recipe.

What is the difference between balsamic vinegar and balsamic vinaigrette?

Balsamic vinegar is pure vinegar. Balsamic vinegar is dark brown in color and has a very robust, slightly sweet flavor. Balsamic vinaigrette is a mixture made with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt and/or other spices. It is typically used as a salad dressing but has other uses in the kitchen as well.

What is the correct ratio for vinaigrette?

Traditional vinegar to oil ratio for vinaigrette For a traditional vinaigrette, you'll need to mix about 3 tablespoons of oil to 1 tablespoon of vinegar. You'll also want to add some salt and pepper to taste. Of course, for all four ingredients, the better the quality you use, the better your vinaigrette will taste.