Best Kittencals Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

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KITTENCAL'S BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Kittencal's Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This dressing goes with my recipe #211266 You may double this recipe if desired. Plan ahead this needs to chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using. This is very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h

Yield 3/4 cup (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small garlic clove, minced (about 1 teaspoon or to taste)
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 teaspoons honey
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl whisk together garlic, salt, Dijon, honey and balsamic vinegar.
  • Add in olive oil in a slow steady stream until emulsified.
  • Season with more salt if needed and black pepper.
  • Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using.

KITTENCAL'S TOMATO-MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Kittencal's Tomato-Mozzarella Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This is a must-make with your summer's crop of tomatoes and fresh basil --- prepare the vinaigrette firstly as it needs a few hours to blend the flavors together and may be doubled if desired --- to take this to yet another level use fresh buffalo mozzarella cheese --- I have served this wonderful salad to a crowd of people many times in the past and also placed Italian cold cuts all around the edge of the platter :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced (choose large juicy red ripe tomatoes)
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
salt (to taste)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
fresh basil leaf, chopped (about 1/3 to 1/2 cup or to taste)
1 -2 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 teaspoons honey
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • For the dressing; in a bowl or in a processor whisk/blend together the minced garlic with salt, Dijon mustard, honey and balsamic vinegar.
  • Add in olive oil in a slow steady stream until emulsified.
  • Season with black pepper.
  • Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using (shake before using).
  • TO ASSEMBLE THE SALAD; on a large serving platter alternate the tomato slices with the mozzarella cheese slices.
  • Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over all.
  • Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.5, Fat 46.8, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 972.7, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 8.5, Protein 13.9

KITTENCAL'S SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC HONEY-DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Kittencal's Spinach Salad With Balsamic Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette image

If you are a spinach salad-lover then this is one you should not pass up! Serve this to your guests or family then sit back and wait for all the rave reviews you will get! Add in some cooked shrimp or chicken breast if desired! the dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance, it will need a minimum of 2 hours chilling time to blend flavours, the dressing will make about 3/4 cup but it can easily be doubled. The salad amounts are only a guideline, all amounts can be adjusted to taste. Also see my recipe #66596 and recipe #116849.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb fresh spinach (washed and dried)
4 large fresh white button mushrooms (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or use feta cheese or Parmesan)
1 1/2 cups croutons (or 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds see Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
black pepper
salt (optional)
3 hard-cooked hard-boiled eggs (peeled sliced into wedges)
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 -4 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing; in a bowl whisk together garlic, salt, Dijon, honey and balsamic vinegar; add in olive oil in a slow steady stream until emulsified.
  • Adjust honey amount adding in more if desired for a sweeter taste, then season with more salt if needed, and black pepper.
  • Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before using.
  • For salad; place the spinach leaves in a large glass bowl; top with sliced mushrooms, bacon, blue cheese or feta cheese, croutons and sliced red onion (if using).
  • Toss all ingredients together with salad forks.
  • Season with black pepper (and salt if desired).
  • Place the egg wedges all around inside edges of bowl.
  • Serve with prepared dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.6, Fat 41.5, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 165.3, Sodium 958, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 12

KITTENCAL'S CAESAR VINAIGRETTE



Kittencal's Caesar Vinaigrette image

This is my non-creamy version of a Caesar dressing, and is another favorite that I use for dinner parties when I make a special dinner. Plan ahead this dressing needs to chill for 6 hours to blend flavors, don't make the mistake by adding in too much fresh garlic in this recipe less is best as the garlic flavor will intensify dramatically overnight. Adjust all ingredients to taste. The Parmesan is only optional I like to add it in. Also you could add in one uncooked egg yolk if desired for a richer dressing. Cooking time is 6 hours chilling time.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 6h5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 -5 anchovy fillets, drained
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 -2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic (the garlic must be minced before blending)
1 -2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup olive oil (you could use 3/4 cup oil)
black pepper (to taste)
salt, careful adding in the salt this dressing is already salty from the anchovy
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
1 teaspoon sugar (use only if needed)

Steps:

  • Using a small processor blend lemon juice, anchovies, Dijon mustard, garlic and Worcestershire sauce until well blended.
  • While the machine is still running slowly drizzle in oil.
  • Add in Parmesan cheese (if using) blend to combine.
  • Season with black pepper and salt (if using).
  • Add in the sugar only if needed and blend again.
  • Transfer to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Cover and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight before using.
  • Shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1325.7, Fat 145.4, SaturatedFat 20.1, Cholesterol 9.1, Sodium 544, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 3.7

OUR FAVORITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Our Favorite Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This vinaigrette does not separate for at least 30 minutes once you shake it! Simple, sweet, and savory.

Provided by Singer6

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 shallot, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, shallot, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a glass jar with a lid. Replace lid on the jar and shake vigorously until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 38 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

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