Best Easy Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

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BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE RECIPE



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Slightly sweet, tangy balsamic vinaigrette is versatile as can be. As a dressing for salad, drizzled on roasted vegetables and chicken wraps, everyone loves this recipe.

Provided by Mary Younkin

Categories     Condiment

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly crushed black pepper (finely ground)
1 large garlic clove (minced)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, balsamic, mustard, salt, pepper and garlic. Add the oil and whisk thoroughly to combine. Continue whisking until the dressing is fully emulsified.
  • Store in a jar with a lid and refrigerate. Shake well before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 67 mg, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BALSAMIC TOMATO SALAD



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It takes just minutes to toss together this fresh tomato salad with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and garlic.

Provided by Miri Rotkovitz

Categories     Side Dish     Lunch     Dinner     Salad

Time 8m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 ounces cherry, plum, or hot house tomatoes (or other variety of ripe tomato)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 teaspoon fresh oregano (or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano , optional)
1 teaspoon fresh basil (chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, optional)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Slice the tomatoes in half and, if using plum or larger tomatoes, core them to remove the seeds . Chop the tomatoes into chunks (whatever size you desire). If using grape, cherry, or another small tomato, cut in half so they will absorb the flavors of the dressing. There's no need to seed them.
  • Place the chopped tomatoes in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs (if using). Toss well.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and season with salt and pepper to taste. Or plate the salad individually for your guests and garnish with a sprig of fresh oregano or basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 104 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SIMPLE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar, optional* (See Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup olive oil
Mesclun salad mix or favorite greens, for accompaniment
Assortment of salad ingredients, such as cherry tomatoes, chopped carrots, sliced red onion, chopped celery, diced cucumbers, walnuts
Blue cheese, for garnish
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar, optional* (See Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup olive oil
Mesclun salad mix or favorite greens, for accompaniment
Assortment of salad ingredients, such as cherry tomatoes, chopped carrots, sliced red onion, chopped celery, diced cucumbers, walnuts
Blue cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • Beat the vinegar in a bowl with the optional sugar, garlic, salt and pepper until sugar and salt dissolves. Then beat in the oil by droplets, whisking constantly. (Or place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine.) Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • Toss a few tablespoons of the dressing with the salad mix and desired salad ingredients, top with blue cheese and serve immediately.
  • If not using dressing right away, cover and refrigerate, whisking or shaking again before use.
  • Beat the vinegar in a bowl with the optional sugar, garlic, salt and pepper until sugar and salt dissolves. Then beat in the oil by droplets, whisking constantly. (Or place all the ingredients in a screw-top jar and shake to combine.) Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • Toss a few tablespoons of the dressing with the salad mix and desired salad ingredients, top with blue cheese and serve immediately.
  • If not using dressing right away, cover and refrigerate, whisking or shaking again before use.

SIMPLE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bags ready to use mesclun greens
Pinch salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Balsamic Vinaigrette, recipe follows
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, halved and thinly sliced
1 shallot, peeled and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss the greens, salt and pepper together with just enough vinaigrette to coat, about 1/2 cup. Place them in a decorative bowl and top with the grape tomatoes and bell pepper. Serve the remaining vinaigrette on the side.
  • Put the shallot and basil into the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse until the shallot is finely chopped. Add the balsamic, sugar, salt and pepper and pulse again. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a steady stream through the feed tube. Pour the vinaigrette into a small bowl and serve.

EASY TOMATO BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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I can't take credit for this recipe. A friend of mine who is a chef gave me this and I love it. Serve over grilled vegetables, fish and of course your favorite salad greens. One note, using a tube of the "double-concentrated" tomato paste really does make a big difference, as well as using an aged Balsamic. But I have made it with every day Balsamic and "standard" tomato paste and it still is pretty tasty. I think the rice vinegar is very important to use, and shouldn't be substituted in this recipe.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 4m

Yield 1/2 cup or 8-9 tablespoons, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon tomato paste (double-concentrated)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (a good quality vinegar is best if possible)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced shallot
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Dressing -- Just mix everything together and refrigerate until ready to use. I use a small tupperware container and shake all the ingredients. That way if you have leftovers, it is a great way to store them.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.5, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 19.6, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.1

PLUM TOMATOES WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Sliced plum tomatoes and red onion are tossed with a homemade vinaigrette to create this summery salad. Fresh basil adds the flavorful finishing touch. -Ann Sobotka of Glendale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium plum or heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup sliced red onion
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 fresh basil leaves, snipped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, gently combine tomatoes and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with basil. Serve at room temperature with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BALSAMIC BRUSCHETTA



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Simple appetizer - the balsamic vinegar gives it a little kick. Best if the mixture has 1 or 2 hours to blend flavors before serving.

Provided by Kathy Bias

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 loaf French bread, toasted and sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss together the tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Mix in the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper. Serve on toasted bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 470.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

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