Best Classic French Vinaigrette Recipes

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CLASSIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE



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Simple, bright flavors are the hallmark of this vinaigrette. Toss it with tender, leafy greens and serve as a light side salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     French Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 shallot, minced
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Generous pinch of salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

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



Classic French Vinaigrette image

A simple french vinaigrette, with clean flavours. If tarragon isn't your favourite herb, you may choose to try another herb instead. When salad dressings from scratch are this simple, why buy processed, store bought?

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 cup olive oil

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.9, Fat 30.8, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 1352.5, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 4.2

CLASSIC FRENCH VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 Tbls. red wine vinegar
1/8 tsp. fine sea salt
6 to 8 turns ground black pepper
4 Tbls. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the vinegar, salt and pepper, and stir until the salt dissolves. Add the oil and mustard and whisk until the ingredients are emulsified. Pour over a salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately

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